Mechanical Technician

Matchtech; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and maintenance provider is seeking an experienced Mechanical Technician for their operations at the Avonmouth fuel terminal. The role involves maintaining, repairing, and improving mechanical equipment essential for safe and efficient fuel handling. Applicants should possess a mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent experience, along with safety management skills. This full-time position offers the opportunity to be part of a dedicated team in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance of mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge of industrial maintenance and safe systems of work.
• Experience in the oil, gas, or petrochemical sectors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures.
• Assist with commissioning new mechanical equipment.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety management

Basic computer skills

Education

Time-served mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Technician position at the Avonmouth fuel terminal. You will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and improving a wide range of mechanical equipment and systems essential to fuel handling and storage, helping ensure safe, reliable, and efficient terminal operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance and bolting activities on mechanical equipment including pumps, pipework systems, valves, exchangers, and vessels.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and identify root causes to prevent recurrence.
• Assist with commissioning new mechanical equipment and modifications as required.
• Obtain quotations for spares, repairs, and improvements from suppliers.
• Coordinate and oversee external contractors on planned works.
• Identify reliability or cost-efficiency improvements.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping in workshops and storage areas.

Candidate Requirements

• Time-served mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.
• Knowledge of industrial maintenance and safe systems of work (RAMS).
• Ideally experience in the oil, gas, petrochemical or broader energy sector.
• A disciplined, safety-focused, and solutions-oriented approach.
• Basic computer skills (e.g., maintenance systems, reporting tools).

If you are an experienced Mechanical Technician looking for an exciting new role within a leading engineering and maintenance provider, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and dedicated team in Avonmouth as a valued Mechanical Technician.

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industry: Oil and Gas
• Location: Avonmouth, Bristol area, United Kingdom