Mechanical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading energy-from-waste company as a Maintenance Engineer at their Kemsley facility. Play a key role in maintaining the mechanical integrity of the plant through both reactive and preventative maintenance efforts. Ideal for experienced engineers or technicians ready for the next step, offering avenues for leadership and career growth.

Benefits

Vitality Private Medical Care

Private Dental Care

Life Assurance

Company pension with a 6% contribution

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Uniform provided

Continuous learning and development

Qualifications

• Experience in Energy from Waste, power generation, or a similar heavy industry.
• Desire and potential to grow into a leadership role.
• Health & Safety qualifications (IOSH or NEBOSH) – desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health, safety, and environmental standards in maintenance activities.
• Lead or support Technicians, optimizing plant performance.
• Manage planned outages and contractor interactions.

Skills

Problem-solving mindset

Strong mechanical aptitude

Education

HNC/HND or equivalent in Mechanical or Engineering discipline

Job description

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Maintenance Engineer – Step Up or Lead the Way at Enfinium Kemsley

Power Up Your Career in a Cutting-Edge Energy Facility

Are you an experienced Maintenance Engineer, or a Technician ready to take the next step in your career? Join Enfinium at our state-of-the-art Energy from Waste (EfW) facility in Kemsley and play a key role in effectively running efficiently and safely.

At Enfinium, we’re on a mission to transform waste into sustainable energy. Whether you're an established engineer or a hands-on Technician looking for that next challenge, we want to hear from you.

Your Role:

As a Maintenance Engineer, you’ll be part of a dedicated maintenance team, ensuring the mechanical integrity of our plant through preventative and reactive maintenance. You’ll play a vital part in maintaining safe, efficient operations—and if you’re stepping up from a Technician role, you’ll get the support you need to succeed.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Ensuring Safety & Compliance – Champion health, safety, and environmental standards across all maintenance activities.
• Supporting or Leading Technicians – Depending on your experience, take the lead or begin building your leadership skills while supporting performance and development.
• Optimising Plant Performance – Troubleshoot faults, analyse root causes, and implement effective solutions to meet key performance indicators.
• Delivering Planned Maintenance – Use our CMMS to schedule and carry out preventative maintenance, improving reliability and reducing downtime.
• Managing Outages & Contractors – Support or manage planned outages, working closely with contractors to complete maintenance efficiently and safely.
• Driving Continuous Improvement – Help develop and deliver mechanical compliance strategies, always looking for ways to raise the bar.

What We’re Looking For:

• HNC/HND or equivalent in Mechanical or Engineering discipline (or working towards it)
• Experience in Energy from Waste, power generation, or a similar heavy industry
• A problem-solving mindset and strong mechanical aptitude
• Leadership experience—or the desire and potential to grow into a leadership role
• Health & Safety qualifications (IOSH or NEBOSH) – desirable
• Familiarity with CDM regulations and safe systems of work – a plus

Who are Enfinium?

Enfinium is one of the largest energy-from-waste businesses in the UK and an industry leader in converting non-recyclable residential and business waste into heat and partially renewable power. Currently, Enfinium operates six facilities across the UK, with two more in construction. It has an annual waste processing capacity of over 2.3 million tonnes and a total electric generating capacity of 265MW (gross), enough to power more than 500,000 UK homes. Enfinium is owned by infrastructure investment funds managed by Igneo Infrastructure Partners.

At Enfinium, we’re guided by five principles: One Team, Pride Matters, Safety on Purpose, Make a Positive Impact, Take Ownership. We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Vitality Private Medical Care
• Private Dental Care
• Life Assurance
• Company pension with a 6% contribution
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Uniform provided
• Continuous learning and development through our e-learning portal and access to role-based qualifications