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Kelsey Nineham

Talent Specialist at Astute People Ltd
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Mechanical Technician
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Power team is exclusively partnering with a leading energy provider to recruit a Mechanical Technician to work at an Energy from Waste plant in Gloucestershire. This crucial Mechanical Technician role comes with a salary of £45,500 per year plus benefits and has Monday to Friday working hours. If you’re an experienced Mechanical Technician with a background in power generation or defence and you’re looking to work with an organisation that values integrity and prioritises its people, submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will:
  • Conduct planned and reactive maintenance on mechanical systems and equipment.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and site safety rules.
  • Participate in shutdowns and outages, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
  • Work independently and as part of a team, maintaining high performance under pressure.
  • Assist in the prioritisation and organisation of maintenance tasks.
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Maintenance experience in either power generation including CCGT, biomass, EFW, or alternatively ex forces.
  • Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and safe working environments.
  • Competence in using relevant software for maintenance reporting and analysis.
Personal skills The Mechanical Technician role would suit someone who:
  • Is adaptable, flexible, and able to manage changing priorities.
  • Has excellent analytical and decision-making skills.
  • Is motivated, results-driven, and works well in both team settings and independently.
Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Technician role:
  • £45,500 per year.
  • Additional benefits.
  • Monday to Friday, 8 hour shifts.
  • Overtime opportunities.
 

EC&I Technician
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Power team is exclusively partnering with a leading energy provider to recruit an Electrical, Control, and Instrumentation Maintenance Technician to work at their power plant in the Bristol area. This crucial Electrical, Control, and Instrumentation Technician role comes with a competitive salary + benefits and is Monday to Friday days. If you’re an experienced Maintenance Technician looking to work with an organisation that values integrity and prioritises its people, submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the EfW Maintenance Manager, you will:
  • Carry out both planned and reactive maintenance to the highest standards.
  • Ensure all new plant installations and modifications comply with the latest wiring standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Perform calibration and functional checks efficiently and competently on DCS/SCADA and PLC systems.
  • Maintain and update records within the computer maintenance management system (CMMS).
  • Continuously seek to optimise plant performance, utilisation, and availability.
  • Supervise junior staff members, supporting their career development and oversee contract personnel.
  • Participate in a 24-hour callout rota for plant breakdowns outside of core hours.
  • Promote high levels of health and safety on site.
    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • NVQ Level 3 in a relevant engineering subject as a minimum.
  • HNC in Electrical Engineering is desirable.
  • Experience working in a similar maintenance position in heavy industry environments such as power, refineries, papermills, etc.
  • Experience using CMMS.
  • Experience with DCS, particularly regarding troubleshooting and fault-finding.
    Personal skills The Electrical, Control, and Instrumentation Technician role would suit someone who:  
  • Has a proactive and flexible approach to work.
  • Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Works well under pressure and in a team environment.
  • Is committed to continuous professional development.