Slough | Permanent
Circa £46,000 + £2,500 annual call-out allowance + benefits
H9 Talent Solutions is recruiting a Mechanical Maintenance Technician for an established energy-from-waste operator in Slough.
You’ll join the plant’s Operations & Maintenance team, maintaining the mechanical equipment that keeps a continuous-process facility running safely and reliably. This is a hands-on opportunity for an apprenticeship-trained engineer who enjoys fault finding, resolving breakdowns and improving equipment performance.
The role
* Carry out mechanical maintenance and repairs across plant process systems and equipment.
* Diagnose faults involving gearboxes, conveyors, valves, rotating equipment and hydraulic systems.
* Complete routine inspections, lubrication and adjustments to maintain efficient operation.
* Plan assigned maintenance tasks, identify risks and complete relevant assessments.
* Provide technical guidance and work instructions to colleagues when required.
* Support safety inspections, audits and meetings, reporting concerns promptly.
What we’re looking for
* A recognised engineering apprenticeship; an HNC/HND in Engineering would be advantageous.
* Mechanical maintenance experience within a 24/7 heavy process environment.
* Experience maintaining equipment such as conveyors, gearboxes, steam-raising plant, valves, rotating machinery and hydraulics.
* IOSH Managing Safely.
* Strong fault-diagnosis, problem-solving and maintenance-planning skills.
* A safety-focused approach and clear communication skills.
Experience in energy from waste, power generation or another comparable heavy process industry would be particularly relevant.
The package
* Circa £46,000 basic salary.
* £2,500 annual call-out allowance.
* Pension with up to 10% employer contribution.
* Life assurance at four times salary.
* Private medical and dental cover
Salary description
£46000.00 - £48500.00 per year