Trainee Power Generation Engineer

Rise Technical; Manchester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Manchester is seeking a Trainee Power Generation Engineer. The role involves maintaining and servicing power generation equipment across various sites. Ideal candidates are mechanical engineers with maintenance experience looking for training in the renewable energy sector. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including training, bonuses, and healthcare plans.

Benefits

Training

Up to 15% Annual Bonus

Increased Earnings (Overtime, Bonuses, and Call Out)

Van, Tools, and Equipment

Healthcare Plans

7% Pension

33 Days Holiday Allowance

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineer - experience in maintenance and repair.
• Time served or qualified.
• Experience in petrol/diesel engine maintenance, overhauls, repairs.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintenance of heavy industrial engines and power generation equipment.
• Preventative, reactive, and breakdown services.
• Fault diagnosis with record keeping and log taking.

Skills

Mechanical Engineer

Experience in maintenance and repair

Experience in petrol/diesel engine maintenance

Education

Time served or qualified

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Posted:

25.08.2025

Expiry Date:

09.10.2025

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Job Description:

Trainee Power Generation Engineer

Manchester

£38,000 - £45,000 + Training + Up to 15% Annual Bonus + Increased Earnings (Overtime, Bonuses and Call Out) + Van, Tools and Equipment + Healthcare Plans + 7% Pension + 33 Days Holiday Allowance

Are you a mechanical engineer with experience in engines, looking to train into becoming a Power Generation Engineer where you will gain a skillset within the renewable energy industry securing yourself a futureproof job?

Do you want to work for a leading organisation within the industry, where you will have a secure position in the waste to energy sector and receive full training / development along with a generous package?

The company are a leading landfill operator in the UK looking to change the way waste is dealt with across the country. Due to continued success and an on-going programme of growth, they are now looking to recruit another engineer to join their team.

In this role the person will be maintaining and servicing power generation equipment on sites across the Manchester and occasionally Sheffield area. They will carry out essential maintenance and repairs to Gensets (Gas Reciprocating Engines, CHP Engines and more) across landfill sites. Full training can be provided.

This is the ideal role for mechanical engineers with experience working on engines looking to receive training into heavy industrial work. You will be looking to gain a skillset within the Power Generation sector, gaining a secure job for life due to the futureproof nature of both the industry and equipment you will be trained on.

The Role

* Service and maintenance of heavy industrial engines, along with other power generation equipment such as CHP engines, Gas Reciprocating Engines and more.
* Preventative, reactive and breakdown services.
* Fault diagnosis - with record keeping and log taking.
* 1 in 5 call out rota - paid at a standby rate AND enhanced rate.
* Training and excellent benefits provided

The Candidate

* Mechanical Engineer - experience in maintenance and repair.
* Time served or qualified.
* Experience in petrol / diesel engine maintenance / overhauls / repairs.
* Perfect for those in army, REME, HGV Mechanics, Power Generation, agricultural or heavy plant industries.