Operations Technician (Landfill Gas)

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Newcastle on Clun; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a motivated Operations Technician to oversee gas field operations in Newcastle Under Lyme. The position involves ensuring safety compliance, performing maintenance on gas generators, and record-keeping. Candidates with experience in reciprocating engines and mechanical qualifications are preferred. This role offers a Monday to Friday schedule, from 8am to 5pm with breaks, and is open to all applicants including ex-military personnel.

Qualifications

• Experience in operations and maintenance of gas field generators.
• Ability to implement health and safety procedures.
• Available for on-call requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safety practices in all work areas.
• Assist with maintenance of generator sets and associated equipment.
• Keep accurate records of operations and maintenance.

Skills

Operations and maintenance experience with reciprocating engines

Flexibility and self-motivation

Ability to work as part of a team

Education

Qualified to BTEC level or equivalent in a mechanical discipline

Job description

MS640 - Operations Technician (Landfill Gas)

Location: Newcastle Under Lyme

Salary: £36,000 to £42,000 per annum

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Operations Technician on behalf of one of our clients.

Under the supervision of the Area Manager, you will complete the day to day operations of the gas field and generators at the assigned site in order to achieve maximum electrical output, whilst maintaining the highest levels of safety.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure that safe working practises and procedures are adhered to within all areas of work.
• Assist with the implementing and supervising of health, safety and quality procedures at sites.
• Assist with planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance of the generator sets and all other associated plant and equipment.
• Provide backup and call out assistance to Operations Technicians.
• Complete accurate and concise record keeping of operations and maintenance.
• Ensure required gas field readings are made and issued on time to relevant personnel.
• Assist in the ordering of consumable parts items, including lube oils, filters, spark plugs, fan belts, etc.
• Maintain adequate spare parts stock on assigned sites.
• Carry out routine stock takes of parts at site.
• Position is Monday to Friday- 8am to 5pm with an hour for lunch.

Skills and Qualifications

• Operations and maintenance experience with reciprocating engines and/or related control systems.
• Qualified to BTEC level or equivalent, preferably in a mechanical discipline or proven previous experience.
• High degree of flexibility, self-motivation, initiative, the ability to work well as part of a team and at times work alone.
• On-Call requirement.