Multi Skilled Engineer

This is an excellent opportunity for a Multi Skilled Engineer to play a vital role in maintaining and improving equipment performance within the energy and natural resources sector. Based just outside of Chester, this position requires a hands-on approach to ensure the smooth operation of systems in a fast-paced environment.

Client Details

Located in Ince, Cheshire, just outside of Chester, this biomass facility generates renewable electricity by processing waste wood that would otherwise be landfilled. It forms part of a circular economy approach, converting non-recyclable wood into low-carbon energy for homes and businesses. The site is also being developed as a potential bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS) project, aiming to remove significant volumes of CO₂ from the atmosphere while continuing to supply clean power.

Description

As the Multi Skilled Engineer you will be tasked with the following;

· Fault finding and maintaining of plant mechanical and electrical equipment.

· Working in line with maintenance techniques and best practices.

· Undertaking / assisting in plant developments & projects.

· Working with the company CMMS (Maximo) to assure accurate maintenance records, and comprehensive asset data information.

· Participate in project support when required, leading commissioning activities and ensuring all of the required engineering documentation exists.

· Liaising with and supervising external vendors on specific repairs / maintenance, including some weekend working.

· Adhere to all Health, Safety and Environmental legislation at all times.

· Work in accordance with the Safety Rules, actively managing subcontractors with the setting to work process and supervising contractors.

· Operating at all times safely, in line with Core Elements & Expectations, and at all times adhering to the companies Life Saving Rules.

· Report unsafe acts and conditions within the observation reporting tool and perform or assist with investigations when requested.

· Assist with ensuring all maintenance equipment is regularly checked and is complaint with HSE regulations and that any defects are reported.

· Assist in outage planning, scheduling, coordination and generation of any preparatory works as required.

· Proactively report equipment defects and suggest remediation and improvement plans.

· Become an integral part of the Asset Maintenance Team, routinely liaising with other areas of the business to effectively maximise the asset availability and utilisation.

· Proactively provide support to the Management of Change process, raising instances for consideration, and supporting the assessment of other engineering changes when required.

· To plan and carry out planned preventative maintenance on all plant and equipment aiming to achieve maximum plant availability, with zero unplanned down time, along with other Maintenance tasks as instructed.

· Working with engineering drawings, P&ID's.

· Maintain a high standard of housekeeping within the workshop and the rest of the facility.

· To carry out equipment breakdowns effectively and efficiently.

· Conduct safety compliance inspections and maintain records.

Profile

A successful Multi Skilled Engineer should have:

Recognised apprenticeship or equivalent training scheme.
A recognised qualification at ONC/City & Guilds/NVQ level 3 qualifications (or equivalent experience)
Able to demonstrate experience in maintenance and repair of a wide and varied range of mechanical systems, including rotating equipment.
Involvement in plant mobilisation and commissioning is desirable but not essential.
Knowledge and practical experience of Conveyors, Chain Drives, Hydraulics and Pneumatics.
Demonstrable experience working with Permit-to-Work systems.Job Offer

Competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £55,000 per annum.
Private Medical Insurance with Bupa.
25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
Performance bonus scheme of up to 12% based on plant and individual performance.
Aviva Pension with matched 5% contributions.This permanent role in Ince is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a thriving company in the energy and natural resources sector. Apply now to join a supportive team and advance your career as a Multi Skilled Engineer