Altera Recruitment Group is partnering with a leading organisation in the energy from waste sector to appoint a Mechanical Supervisor. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Supervisor professional to join a growing team supporting the maintenance, performance, and reliability of specialist plant equipment across multiple sites nationwide.
The successful Mechanical Supervisor will be technically capable, safety conscious, and confident working both independently and collaboratively within a field-based environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across a range of mechanical systems and industrial plant equipment to ensure operational efficiency and reliability.
* Diagnose faults and complete repairs on mechanical components, pipework, flow systems, and associated plant infrastructure.
* Operate specialist testing and diagnostic equipment to assess performance and identify technical issues.
* Support the servicing and upkeep of critical plant assets, including pumps, motors, heating systems, valves, sensors, conveyors, and process equipment.
* Maintain accurate service documentation and contribute to continuous improvements in plant safety, performance, and operational standards.
Candidate Requirements
* A minimum Level 3 qualification in a mechanical engineering discipline or equivalent practical experience.
* At least three years’ experience in a mechanical maintenance, service, or engineering role within an industrial, manufacturing, utilities, or related environment.
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the UK, including occasional overnight stays.
* Strong understanding of mechanical systems, fault diagnosis, maintenance procedures, and safe systems of work, including RAMS.
* Self motivated, organised, and adaptable, with strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary of approximately £45,000, dependent on experience, with overtime opportunities available.
* Field-based role ideally suited to candidates located within commuting distance of Lincoln or the A1 corridor.
* Company vehicle, fuel card, and business expenses fully provided.
* Opportunity to join a close knit, expanding engineering team with strong long term career prospects.
* Flexible and supportive working environment within a forward thinking and sustainability focused industry.
Desirable experience or certifications, such as exposure to biogas or process plant environments, welding, mechanical fitting, electrofusion pipework, PASMA, CompEx, or CSCS accreditation, would be advantageous but are not essential.
Interested in taking the next step in your engineering career?
Altera Recruitment Group would be pleased to hear from experienced professionals ready to join a progressive organisation making a tangible impact within the energy and process sector. Apply today to learn more about this confidential opportunity
Salary description
£40000.00 - £45000.00 per year