Lead Mechanical Engineer – New EfW Plant (Tilbury)

Kingston Barnes Ltd; Tilbury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

Matched pension scheme

Healthcare scheme

25 days annual leave

Ongoing training

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Kingston Barnes Ltd is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer for a new Energy from Waste facility in Tilbury. You will lead a team of Mechanical Technicians, handling mechanical maintenance and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

This role offers a competitive salary and multiple benefits, including a 7% matched pension scheme and ongoing training. This position provides an opportunity to join the engineering team during the site's early development, with a start date in

Qualifications

• Proven experience supervising mechanical maintenance teams within an industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment maintenance and repair.
• Experience working with Permit to Work and Safe Systems of Work.
• Knowledge of Pressure Systems Safety Regulations and statutory inspection.
• Competent IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise mechanical maintenance activities.
• Lead and develop a team of Mechanical Technicians.
• Manage mechanical contractors and service providers.
• Oversee statutory inspections and compliance records.
• Maximise plant availability and asset performance.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance supervision

Mechanical equipment maintenance

Strong leadership

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Job description

Kingston Barnes Ltd is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer for a new Energy from Waste facility in Tilbury. You will lead a team of Mechanical Technicians, handling mechanical maintenance and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

This role offers a competitive salary and multiple benefits, including a 7% matched pension scheme and ongoing training. This position provides an opportunity to join the engineering team during the site's early development, with a start date in