Mechanical Engineer

SSE plc; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare discounts

Gym membership discounts

Online GP access

Counselling service

Cycle to Work scheme

Maternity and adoption pay

Paternity leave

Job summary

SSE plc is recruiting a Mechanical Engineer for Keadby Power Station to safeguard safety, reliability and efficiency of plant operations. You’ll contribute to short- and long-term planning and asset integrity management.

The role covers maintenance planning, project delivery, budget oversight and contractor management, with a focus on improving plant performance. Degree-qualified engineers with SHE/NEBOSH knowledge are preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Experience in power station maintenance.
• Knowledge of SHE standards and NEBOSH beneficial.
• Proficiency with Maximo and IT/financial reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in strategic management and integrity of mechanical assets across the station.
• Contribute to maintenance plans, budgeting, and contractor oversight.
• Manage projects from financial justification through to commissioning.
• Maintain plant performance focusing on safety, reliability and efficiency.
• Provide technical support and maintain engineering records.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Project delivery

Asset integrity management

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Maximo

Job description

Base Location:Keadby Power Station

Salary:£51,600 - £77,400 depending on experience + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern:Permanent | Full Time

The role

SSE Thermal are recruiting a Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering team at Keadby Power Station. This role is critical in ensuring the safety, reliability, flexibility, and efficiency of plant operations, while contributing to both short- and long-term strategic planning.

As a key member of the team, you will play a pivotal role in asset integrity management, proactive maintenance planning, and project delivery aligned with company and station strategies.

Some of your main accountabilities will include;

• Assisting in the strategic management and integrity of mechanical assets across the station.
• Contributing to the implementation of maintenance plans, including resource planning, budgeting, and contractor oversight.
• Managing engineering projects from financial justification through to commissioning, ensuring alignment with SSE and station strategies.
• Maintaining and optimise plant performance with a focus on safety, reliability, and efficiency.
• Providing technical support and maintain accurate engineering records in compliance with legal and company standards.

To be successful in this role, we would love you to have;

• A Degree-level qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline, with previous experience in power station maintenance.
• A strong understanding of SHE standards, NEBOSH certification would be advantageous
• Proficiency in Maximo and other relevant IT tools and financial reporting systems.
• Extensive experience in managing plant overhauls and understanding of power station or process plant operations.
• Demonstrable ability to challenge conventional thinking and implement innovative solutions.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future.

SSE Thermal keep the lights on for millions of people while pioneering low-carbon technologies. From ground-breaking carbon capture and storage projects to plans for what might be the world's first hydrogen-fired power station, we're transforming how we generate energy.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Pamela Hendry on [e-mail] or 01738 342002 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.