Site Engineer (Electrical) - Muntons

AMP; Stowmarket; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave + 8 public hols

Life Insurance

Employer pension contribution

Access to counselling & GP services

Wellbeing tools & resources

Discounts on shopping & lifestyle

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

AMP Clean Energy Group is seeking a Site Electrical Engineer to join the Industrial Biomass team at Muntons, Stowmarket. The role involves planned and reactive maintenance on biomass steam heating systems and associated equipment, including troubleshooting, installation, and repair works.

The candidate should have electrical engineering qualifications, HSEQ training, BOAS accreditation, and experience with biomass boilers and biomass fuel.

Qualifications

• Electrical/Mechanical frontline maintenance and repairs on biomass plant.
• Experience with LTHW, steam systems, pumps, valves, hydraulics, controls.
• Familiar with safety, risk assessments and site risk statements.

Responsibilities

• Undertake electrical repairs and routine maintenance across plant.
• Respond to site callouts during outages and emergencies, on-call as required.
• Coordinate with client’s engineering and maintenance teams on site.
• Maintain records, inspections, andWritten Scheme Examinations where applicable.
• Ensure HSEQ compliance and reporting of incidents.

Skills

Electrical engineering

HSEQ training

BOAS qualification

Heat/steam plant experience

DCS/BMS/CMMS familiarity

biomass boiler knowledge

Hands-on problem solving

Stakeholder communication

Education

Electrical Engineering qualification (C&G, HNC, NVQ or equivalent)

Tools

DCS/BMS controls

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.

We have a new opportunity for a Site Electrical Engineer to join our Industrial Biomass team to undertake planned and reactive maintenance on biomass steam heating systems and associated equipment including routine maintenance, troubleshooting, installation, and repair works as required.

Interested? If you possess excellent engineering credentials and attention to detail, with a solution focused approach to working, AMP can offer you the challenge and opportunity you're looking for.

The role will involve

Key Responsibilities:

• To undertake electrical repairs as required.
• Conducting routine inspections and planned maintenance activities across electrical systems and associated plant.
• Ensuring the optimal and continuous operation of electrical systems by conducting routine inspections and maintenance, monitoring metering equipment and adjusting levels as necessary.
• Respond to site callouts during heating outages, service interruptions, or emergencies, including periodic remote performance monitoring during out-of-hours periods while on call.
• Coordinating with the client’s engineering and maintenance teams on site, ensuring smooth coordination of maintenance activities.
• Undertaking planned maintenance, attendance, testing, and record keeping ensuring compliance with statutory regulations and industry good practice governing LTHW, steam, feed water quality, biomass combustion and records of inspections, maintenance routines and repairs including photographic records including Written Scheme Examinations.
• Ensuring optimal and continuous operation of mechanical systems by performing routine inspections and maintenance, monitoring metering equipment and adjusting levels as necessary.
• Ensuring accurate and detailed reports and records, maintenance, testing, and HSEQ incidents; risk assessments and auditing.
• Monitoring feed water and emissions quality, ensuring compliance with operational standards.
• Order spare parts as required from provided list of suppliers. Raise purchase requisitions with line manager.
• Contributing to a high level of HSEQ performance, encouraging a strong safety culture and compliance with HSEQ legislation and Group policies, supporting high standards and contributing to overall HSEQ compliance and performance.
• Escalating any serious issues or HSEQ concerns to the Site Manager and HSEQ team
• Assist with the management and support of sub-contractors and work permits on site, as required, for ongoing operations and maintenance, capital works, and upgrades.
• Support the maintenance of cleanliness and housekeeping standards on site.
• Manage tools and spare parts stock to ensure operational readiness and efficiency.
• Undertaking other duties as required by the post.

What we are looking for

An experienced Electrical Engineer with demonstratable experience of carrying out frontline Electrical and/or mechanical maintenance & repairs our successful candidate will also have the following knowledge, skills and experience:

• Electrical Engineering Qualification (C&G, HNC, NVQ or equivalent.
• HSEQ operator level training (e.g. safety passport/CSCS card), and training on completing site risk assessment/method statements.
• Completed Boiler operation accreditation scheme (BOAS) qualification for steam operator level.
• Experience in working on heat and steam generating plant and equipment within large industrial sites with a continual heat demand and LTHW and steam systems including pumps, valves, hydraulics, controls
• Familiarity with DCS/BMS controls and CMMS systems.
• Experience in working with biomass boilers and with biomass fuel.
• Practical, 'hands-on' approach to problem solving, with the ability to diagnose and resolve issues efficiently and safely Excellent communication skills with internal and external stakeholders to build good working relationships with the team, contractors and the client.
• 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 we 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:

• 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: AMP, Muntons, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 2AG.
• Hours of work: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 08:00-17:00 with one-hour unpaid lunch break.
• Competitive salary to be discussed at interview.
• Contract Type: Full time/Permanent

Safer Recruitment:

In line with our commitment to safety and integrity, roles at AMP may require a DBS check as part of our safer recruitment process. We also verify qualifications and eligibility to work in the UK, ensuring a secure and equitable hiring journey.

AMP is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities, striving to create an environment where everyone feels valued and heard. If you require reasonable adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition during the application or onboarding process, please contact us at [e-mail] . We're here to support your journey.