Mechanical Site Engineer

AMP Clean Energy; Stowmarket; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Site Engineer to join their Industrial Biomass team. This role offers the chance to contribute to the energy transition by ensuring the efficient operation of biomass and electric heating plants. You'll be responsible for mechanical repairs, maintenance, and compliance with safety regulations while working in a collaborative environment. The company values innovation and offers opportunities for professional development. If you have a strong engineering background and a hands-on approach to problem-solving, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus public holidays

Life insurance

Employer pension contribution

Access to counselling and support

Access to GP services

Wellbeing tools and resources

Shopping and lifestyle discounts

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical repairs and maintenance of biomass and heating systems.
• Knowledge of HSEQ compliance and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical repairs and maintenance on biomass and electric heating plants.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

HSEQ operator level training

Boiler operation accreditation (BOAS)

DCS/BMS controls

Maintenance of heat generating plant

Education

Mechanical Engineering qualification

Tools

CMMS systems

Job description

Here at AMP, we are committed to supporting the energy transition by funding, developing, and delivering flexible energy solutions and helping businesses decarbonise.

Our mission is to create a smarter energy future. We are relentless in our focus on tackling the central challenge of our age – the energy transition.

The size and scale of the challenge means we must continually grow our team, bring in new ideas and new approaches and be ready to push the boundaries. At every level, we are looking for bold, ambitious, bright, and collaborative people that share our commitment to making a difference.

To ensure the efficient running of this site, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Site Engineer with mechanical experience to join our Industrial Biomass team.

The Site Engineer will report to the Site Manager and will undertake planned and reactive maintenance on biomass, and electric heating plant and associated equipment. The role will require periodically being on call on a rota system to respond to site call outs during heating outages, loss of service or emergencies as required.

Interested? If you have excellent engineering credentials and attention to detail, with a ‘hands on’ approach to problem solving – AMP can offer you the challenge and opportunity you’re looking for.

The role will involve

• Undertaking mechanical repairs as required
• Undertaking any planned maintenance, check attendance, testing, and record keeping ensuring compliance with statutory regulations and industry good practice governing LTHW, MTHW, LTHW feed water quality, biomass combustion and fuel management
• Ensuring optimal and continuous operation of mechanical systems by performing routine inspections and maintenance, monitoring metering equipment and adjusting levels as necessary
• Producing records of inspections, maintenance routines and repairs including photographic records
• Assisting with the support and management of sub-contractors on site for ongoing operation and maintenance or capital works/upgrades
• Facilitating the biomass fuel supply to the site, receiving deliveries, testing and recording results, and handling fuel onto the walking floor system where required utilising a tele-handler
• Contributing to a high level of HSEQ performance on site, encouraging a strong HSEQ culture and adherence to HSEQ legislation and Group HSEQ policies and escalating any serious issues or HSEQ concerns to the Site Manager
• Monitoring feed water and emissions quality
• Liaising on site with the client’s engineering and maintenance teams, and maintaining excellent level of communication and working relationship on site
• Raising work permits as required
• Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and housekeeping on site, together with sound management of site tools and spares stock

What we are looking for

Experienced working within a heat and steam generating plant, with a keen interest in developing their knowledge and implementing improvements to drive efficiency, the successful candidate will also be able to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and experience:

• Mechanical Engineering educational qualification
• HSEQ operator level training (e.g. safety passport/CSCS card), and training on completing site risk assessment/method statements
• Valid UK driving licence
• Completed Boiler operation accreditation scheme (BOAS) qualification for steam operator level would be desirable
• Experienced in HTHW, MTHW and LTHW and steam systems including boilers, pumps, valves, hydraulics, controls etc. Experienced in the maintenance and report of this equipment
• Familiarity with DCS/BMS controls and CMMS systems
• Strong engineering background, with mechanical experience
• Experience in working on heat generating plant and equipment within large industrial sites with a continual heat demand
• Dependable and approachable to assist the team when problems arise
• Honest and respectful towards others
• Flexible, committed and determined to ensure high operational and HSEQ performance across the biomass asset for 24/7 energy demand

What we will offer in return

We’ve built a culture founded on honesty, working hard, and enjoying ourselves, and have created a workplace where everyone feels more connected, heard, and valued. You’ll receive ongoing training and development, be encouraged to work towards relevant accreditations and be able to map out a clear journey of progression within your role. Our employee benefits include:

• Equivalent of 26 days annual leave entitlement plus 8 days for public holidays
• Life insurance
• Employer pension contribution
• Access to advice, counselling, and support
• Access to GP services
• Wellbeing tools and resources
• Shopping and lifestyle discounts
• Discounted gym membership

Additional information

• Location: Muntons, Stowmarket
• Competitive salary to be discussed at interview
• Hours of work: Average of 40 paid hours per week (excluding breaks)
• Contract Type: Permanent
• This role will require periodically being on call on a rota system to respond to site call outs during heating outages, loss of service or emergencies as required. This will also include periodic remote performance monitoring of the system during out of hours periods by the on-call engineer.
• The site will operate 7 days a week (8am to 5pm), so the role will require weekend working, and out of hours on call, on a rota/shift pattern.
• Hours of Work: Normal working hours 8am to 5pm with 1-hour unpaid break each day
• Annualised hours 2080 per annum
• Annualised hours start date 1st January each year

Example Shift Pattern:

• 1st week- Mon- Sun 08:00 – 17:00
• 2nd week Wed-Fri 08:00- 17:00
• 3rd week Mon – Fri 08:00-17:00

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