Hands-On Power Plant Support Technician

ENGIE UK; Blaenau Ffestiniog; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ENGIE UK is seeking a Production Assistant to support electrical and mechanical craft workers at the First Hydro power station in Wales. You will assist with daily tasks, maintain high housekeeping standards, and help operate equipment safely.

The role requires hands-on tool experience, a forklift and crane licence, a full driving licence, and knowledge of LO LE R/PUWER. It offers a practical, safety-focused environment and opportunities for career development within ENGIE's Renewables and

Qualifications

• Practical experience working to safety procedures in an industrial environment.
• Hands-on experience with handheld power tools, workshop machines, and lifting equipment.
• Valid forklift truck licence and overhead crane operating licence.
• Full driving licence.
• Working knowledge of LOLER and PUWER statutory requirements.
• IOSH Working Safely Certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Strong attention to detail, accurate record-keeping skills, and the ability to communicate clearly at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Assist electrical and mechanical craft workers, technicians, riggers, and scaffolders in their daily duties.
• Maintain housekeeping standards across all 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 computerised works management system.
• Uphold safety responsibilities under National Grid Company Safety Rules and relevant EH&S legislation.

Skills

Safety procedures

Power tools

Forklift licence

Driving licence

LOLER & PUWER

IOSH Safety

Attention to detail

Education

IOSH Working Safely Certificate

MEWP Driving Certificate

CISRS Scaffolding Labourer card

Job description

ENGIE UK is seeking a Production Assistant to support electrical and mechanical craft workers at the First Hydro power station in Wales. You will assist with daily tasks, maintain high housekeeping standards, and help operate equipment safely.

The role requires hands-on tool experience, a forklift and crane licence, a full driving licence, and knowledge of LO LE R/PUWER. It offers a practical, safety-focused environment and opportunities for career development within ENGIE's Renewables and