Hands-On Power Plant Production Assistant

ENGIE Group; Manod; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

FIRST HYDRO COMPANY at ENGIE UK is recruiting a Production Assistant to support electrical and mechanical crafts, riggers, and technicians at the Ffestiniog power station. The role emphasizes safe, efficient operations and environmental responsibilities on site.

You will perform routine tasks, assist with maintenance, manage waste and environmental monitoring, operate equipment safely, and help uphold EH&S standards. A hands-on, team-driven environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Must have experience working to safety procedures in an industrial setting.
• Hands-on experience with handheld power tools, workshop machines, and lifting equipment.
• Valid forklift truck licence and overhead crane operating licence.
• Full driving licence and working knowledge of LOLER/PUWER.

Responsibilities

• Assist electrical and mechanical craft workers, technicians, riggers, and scaffolders in daily duties.
• Maintain housekeeping standards across power station buildings, plant, and equipment.
• Perform routine manual tasks, minor repairs, and basic operation of workshop power equipment.
• Manage environmental responsibilities including hazardous waste, solvent storage, water courses, and legionella monitoring.
• Operate forklift trucks, MEWPs, cranes, hoists, and winches safely and in compliance with regulations.
• Carry out plant, auxiliary, and vehicle inspections, recording findings in the works management system.
• Uphold safety responsibilities under National Grid Company Safety Rules and EH&S legislation.

Skills

Safety procedures

Power tools

Lifting equipment operation

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Teamwork

Education

IOSH Working Safely Certificate

Forklift licence

Overhead crane licence

Full driving licence

CISRS Scaffolding Labourer card

Tools

LOLER & PUWER knowledge

Job description

FIRST HYDRO COMPANY at ENGIE UK is recruiting a Production Assistant to support electrical and mechanical crafts, riggers, and technicians at the Ffestiniog power station. The role emphasizes safe, efficient operations and environmental responsibilities on site.

You will perform routine tasks, assist with maintenance, manage waste and environmental monitoring, operate equipment safely, and help uphold EH&S standards. A hands-on, team-driven environment awaits.