Lead Mechanical Engineer – Maintenance & Reliability

Perenco; Wareham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Perenco’s Maintenance Team at Wytch Farm, Dorset, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to provide day-to-day support and lead the Mechanical Technician Team in delivering a safe, efficient, and reliable maintenance service.

The role operates Monday to Friday, 7.5 hours per day, based in our offices, with responsibilities spanning planning, execution, and strategic development of mechanical infrastructure. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential to drive performance.

Qualifications

• Technical competence in mechanical engineering; recognised apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Ten years relevant experience, at least five in a petrochemical environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver asset work schedule with the technician team.
• Liaise with technicians, contractors and others to ensure efficient maintenance and minor modification work.
• Coordinate engineering review and approval of plant modifications.
• Plan and deliver minor mechanical projects / minor modifications.
• Analyse plant breakdowns and implement actions for improved performance; specify equipment modifications.

Skills

Rotating Equipment

Hydraulic Systems

Pneumatic Systems

Piping Systems

Pressure Systems

Risk Assessment

Process Safety

Team Leadership

Communication

Education

Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering

HND in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

None

Job description

Perenco’s Maintenance Team at Wytch Farm, Dorset, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to provide day-to-day support and lead the Mechanical Technician Team in delivering a safe, efficient, and reliable maintenance service.

The role operates Monday to Friday, 7.5 hours per day, based in our offices, with responsibilities spanning planning, execution, and strategic development of mechanical infrastructure. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential to drive performance.