Mechanical Craftsman

Astute People; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in power generation is seeking a UK & USA Power Generation Recruitment Expert to oversee mechanical maintenance in a modern EfW site. The role offers competitive pay up to £55k plus bonuses, and contributes to sustainable energy through innovative practices. Candidates should have extensive experience in mechanical engineering and a proactive approach to maintenance and safety.

Benefits

Competitive pay and bonuses

Structured training and progression routes

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in heavy-process maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of rotating equipment and steam systems.
• UK work eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair and maintain pumps, gearboxes, valves, and boilers.
• Deliver preventive maintenance and outage work.
• Supervise contractors and maintain CMMS records.

Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Mechanical Skills

Proactive Approach

Education

C&G/NVQ/ONC/HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

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UK & USA Power Generation Recruitment Expert - CCGT, Gasification, EFW, Biomass and CHP

Earn up to £55k, pocket quarterly bonuses and overtime, and help turn 550,000 t of waste into 45 MW of clean power—impact and reward in one move.

Why you'll love this role

• Competitive pay, bonus, overtime & call-out uplift
• Modern EfW site with varied heavy-plant exposure
• Structured training and real progression routes
• Safety-first, inclusive culture with full benefits package

What you'll be doing

• Diagnose, repair and maintain pumps, gearboxes, valves, conveyors, heat exchangers & fluidised-bed boilers
• Deliver preventive maintenance and outage work to maximise 45 MW availability
• Supervise contractors and keep CMMS records accurate
• Drive continuous-improvement projects and join the emergency call-out rota

What we want from you

• C&G/NVQ/ONC/HNC (or similar) in Mechanical Engineering
• 5 + years’ heavy-process maintenance (power, marine, petro-chem, CHP etc.)
• Strong knowledge of rotating equipment and steam systems
• Proactive, SHE-focused team player with UK work eligibility

Ready to keep this plant turning waste into reliable power? Send your CV to Daniel Grosvenor today.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Engineering Services, Services for Renewable Energy, and Electric Power Generation

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