Mechanical Technician

Viridor Limited; Exeter; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Viridor Limited in Exeter seeks a hands-on Mechanical Technician to maximise plant reliability. You will perform planned and reactive maintenance, diagnose faults, and support maintenance planning while upholding health, safety and environmental standards.

Experience in heavy industrial environments, CMMS familiarity, and ability to work within Permit to Work and Safe Systems of Work, plus a collaborative, proactive approach, are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Experience carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance activities.
• Strong track record of delivering maintenance safely, efficiently and within environmental/operational requirements.
• Knowledge of mechanical repair methods and equipment used in heavy industrial environments.
• Experience working within Permit to Work and Safe System of Work processes.
• Familiarity with CMMS and preventative maintenance programmes.
• Experience creating scopes of work or engineering specifications for external contractors.
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety legislation and its application in industrial settings.
• A recognised engineering qualification (City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3) supported by an apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive and reactive mechanical maintenance activities.
• Diagnose faults and ensure equipment is maintained to a high standard.
• Support plant reliability and availability through effective maintenance practices.
• Work safely within Permit to Work and Safe Systems of Work, including plant isolations.
• Contribute to maintenance plans and performance targets.
• Assist in developing scopes of work and engineering specifications for external contractors.

Skills

Maintenance

Safety culture

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds

Tools

CMMS

Job description

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Our Vision is to be the UK’s leading innovator of resource recovery and recycling, transforming waste for a climate-positive future.

Are you someone who lives and breathes high performance, leads with ambition, and would like to be part of an organisation that looks after tomorrow? Viridor has a redefined purpose, a bold Vision, and an ambitious, market-leading strategy. We are investing in the future, and we need a talented team with exceptional people, who believe in each other, to help us achieve this.

Join us, as we rise to the challenge and build a world where nothing goes to waste

Viridor is at the forefront of waste management and resource recovery in the UK, operating the largest n etwork of Energy Recovery Facilities (ERFs). We play a crucial role in supporting the UK's climate goals by diverting waste from landfills and transforming it into valuable energy resources.

We have an opportunity in Exeter for a Mechanical Technician to join our team working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday plus a 1 in 4 callout.

The salary for this role will be £49,129.00 per year , plus participation in an annual bonus scheme, in addition to our great range of benefits.

The closing date for applications is 30th September 2026. We encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early if we receive a high number of applications.

As a Mechanical Technician, you will play a key role in maximising the long-term reliability and availability of the plant. Working as part of the mechanical maintenance team, you will carry out planned and reactive maintenance activities, helping to protect the value of our assets and support the achievement of operational and financial targets.

Safety is at the heart of everything we do, and you will champion a no-compromise approach to health, safety and environmental compliance at all times.

What you'll be doing

• Carrying out planned preventative and reactive mechanical maintenance activities
• Diagnosing faults and ensuring plant equipment is maintained to a high standard
• Supporting plant reliability and availability through effective maintenance practices
• Working safely within Permit to Work and Safe Systems of Work procedures, including plant isolations
• Contributing to the delivery of maintenance plans and performance targets
• Assisting in the development of scopes of work and engineering specifications for external contractors where required
• Promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and site procedures

What we're looking for

We're looking for a practical, safety-focused maintenance professional with experience in a heavy industrial, process or power generation environment.

You'll ideally have:

• Experience carrying out both planned and unplanned maintenance activities
• A proven track record of delivering maintenance work safely, efficiently and within environmental and operational requirements
• Knowledge of mechanical repair methods, machinery and equipment used within heavy industrial or process plant environments
• Experience working within Permit to Work and Safe System of Work processes
• Familiarity with preventative maintenance programmes and Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• Some experience creating scopes of work or engineering specifications for externally contracted work
• A strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and its practical application within an industrial setting
• A recognised engineering qualification, such as a City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent), supported by a completed apprenticeship

You'll also demonstrate:

• Strong communication and report-writing skills
• A collaborative approach and ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Logical thinking and strong problem-solving abilities
• The ability to prioritise your workload and work independently when required
• A proactive attitude and commitment to continuous improvement

While not essential, experience working within an Energy from Waste (EfW) facility, power station, or similar process industry, together with an understanding of EfW operations and plant processes, would be highly desirable .

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We are a Great Place to Work

There has never been a more exciting time to join Viridor. Following the acquisition of the business by the global private equity firm, KKR, the core business has been reshaped to focus on our leading UK Energy from Waste portfolio.

As an equal opportunities' employer, Viridor is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.