Mechanical Engineer

SCINERGY Recruitment Limited; Tilbury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus up to 14%

Company pension scheme

Medical cash plan

Overtime opportunities

Site training with commissioning team

Brand-new EFW power station

Job summary

SCINERGY Recruitment Limited is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join a brand-new Energy from Waste power station in Tilbury, Essex. You will lead the mechanical maintenance function, supervise teams and contractors, and plan maintenance activities to ensure high plant availability.

You will work closely with EC&I Engineers and Operations during commissioning and early operation, applying strong knowledge of mechanical machinery repair methods and safety processes to maximise reliability.

Qualifications

• Experience as Mechanical Engineer or similar in process/power generation.
• Relevant mechanical engineering qualification (HNC or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of maintenance practices and fault diagnosis.
• Experience with PUWER, LOLER, PSSR or similar standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical maintenance function; supervise teams and contractors.
• Plan and coordinate preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Diagnose faults and coordinate repairs to minimise downtime.
• Manage maintenance during outages and shutdowns; ensure safe operation.
• Utilise CMMS and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Support commissioning and transition to full operation with EC&I and Operations teams.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Maintenance planning

Team leadership

Contractor coordination

CMMS

Safety systems

Education

HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Mechanical Engineer - New Build EFW Power Station

Excellent salary + 14% Bonus + Pension + Overtime

Tilbury, Essex

SCINERGY Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Engineer to join a brand-new Energy from Waste power station in Tilbury, Essex.

This new EFW facility is currently under construction and, once operational, will process over 350,000 tonnes of waste per year while generating enough energy to power the equivalent of 93,000 homes. As the Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for the site's mechanical engineering and maintenance activities, ensuring safe operation, long-term reliability and high plant availability.

Reporting to the Engineering and Maintenance Manager, you will lead the mechanical maintenance function, supervise teams and contractors, plan maintenance activities and manage workshops and stores. You will work closely with the EC&I Engineers and Operations team, supporting the facility through commissioning and into full operation.

The Role

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the mechanical maintenance function and supervising teams and contractors to deliver agreed maintenance and performance targets
• Planning and coordinating preventative and corrective maintenance across the site's mechanical plant and equipment
• Diagnosing mechanical faults and coordinating repairs to minimise downtime and improve plant reliability
• Managing mechanical maintenance activities during planned outages, unplanned shutdowns and plant breakdowns
• Ensuring the Computerised Maintenance Management System is fully utilised and maintenance records remain accurate
• Managing mechanical workshops, stores, spare parts and maintenance resources
• Ensuring maintenance is carried out safely through Permit to Work and Safe Systems of Work processes
• Providing technical guidance and support to colleagues, developing team capability and driving continuous improvement
• Working closely with EC&I Engineers and Operations to maximise plant availability and preserve the value of site assets
• Supporting the achievement of health and safety, environmental and financial targets through effective maintenance planning and execution

About You

You will ideally have:

• Experience as a Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Maintenance Engineer or similar within a process or power generation environment
• Experience within Energy from Waste, biomass, CCGT, CHP, coal, petrochemical, refinery, chemical or another heavy process plant
• A relevant mechanical engineering qualification such as an HNC or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of mechanical machinery repair methods, materials and maintenance practices
• Experience planning and delivering preventative and corrective maintenance activities
• Strong practical knowledge of power generation legislation such as PUWER, LOLER, PSSR etc.
• Experience using a Computerised Maintenance Management System and coordinating maintenance activities
• Strong knowledge of Permit to Work and Safe Systems of Work processes
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels

What's on Offer

• Excellent basic salary
• A location allowance
• Performance-related bonus of up to 14%
• Medical cash plan
• Company pension scheme
• Overtime opportunities
• Industry-leading training with the site commissioning team
• Opportunity to join a brand-new EFW power station
• Key engineering role supporting the plant through commissioning and into full operation
• Long-term career opportunity within the Energy from Waste sector