Mechanical Technician

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Job summary

A leading energy recovery facility in Cardiff is seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician to ensure the reliable operation of the facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for both planned and emergency maintenance, requiring a strong background in mechanical systems and relevant qualifications. The role offers opportunities for training and development within a collaborative environment focused on safety and sustainability.

Benefits

Secure and permanent role

Opportunities for further training and development

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical maintenance within a power plant or process industry.
• Familiarity with maintenance management systems.
• Basic IT literacy and knowledge of CMMS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned and unplanned mechanical maintenance.
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on mechanical systems.
• Conduct safety inspections in compliance with site standards.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Problem-solving

Strong communication skills

Education

Recognised mechanical qualification (e.g., City & Guilds/NVQ)

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Technician Energy ERF Site
Location: Cardiff
Working Pattern: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Salary: £47,329 per year
Job Type: Full Time Permanent- Days

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Mechanical Technician to join a leading Energy Recovery Facility (ERF). This role is ideal for someone with a background in mechanical maintenance within a process, energy, utilities, or heavy industrial environment.

As Mechanical Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the facility through hands-on maintenance and fault diagnosis of key mechanical systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform planned and unplanned mechanical maintenance to ensure plant availability and reliability.
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on mechanical systems and components.
• Assist in the coordination and supervision of contractors when required.
• Input maintenance activities accurately into the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Conduct plant and area safety inspections in line with site standards.
• Work in compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across maintenance operations.

Requirements

Essential:

• Experience in mechanical maintenance within a power plant, process industry, or similar environment.
• Familiarity with maintenance management systems.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Problem-solving and logical thinking capabilities.
• Recognised mechanical qualification (e.g., City & Guilds/NVQ) including a formal apprenticeship.

Desirable

• Experience with Safe Systems of Work (Permit to Work).
• Basic IT literacy and familiarity with CMMS platforms.
• Additional qualifications such as welding certification, health & safety training, or a full UK driving licence.

What’s in it for you

• A secure and permanent role within a future-focused energy business.
• Opportunities for further training and development.
• A collaborative working environment with a focus on safety and sustainability