Astute’s Renewables Team is working exclusively with an established business who own and operate a gas to grid, anaerobic digestion plant and are looking to recruit a Lead Engineer for their site in the Northeast of Gloucestershire.
The strategically important Lead Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £50,000, and company benefits package.
If you’re an experienced Engineer who has worked in a heavy processing environment then submit your CV to apply today.
Responsibilities and duties of the Lead Engineer role
Reporting to the Operations Manager you will:
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Lead the day-to-day maintenance and engineering activities on the AD site
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Ensure all engineering work complies with HSE regulations, company policies and site permits
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Oversee mechanical, electrical and instrumentation systems including CHP engines, feedstock handling equipment, pumps, separators and be willing to be trained on the gas upgrading system
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Implement and manage the site’s planned preventative program (PPM)
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Diagnose and rectify breakdowns promptly to minimise downtime and production losses
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Manage spare parts inventory and liaise with suppliers for repairs and replacements
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Supervise and mentor a team of maintenance technicians and contractors
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Act as the technical lead for all plant modifications and improvement projects
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Support the commissioning of new systems or upgrades
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Conduct risk assessments, issue permits to work and enforce safe working practices
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Install and maintain new and existing plant equipment ensuring equipment inspection and calibration are carried out according to legal and manufacturer requirements
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Ensure a high standard of work, maintain a clean and safe environment
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Support the operations team and all ad hoc projects
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Strong understanding a process control system (SCADA/PLC)
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Other duties as required
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
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Relevant Engineering qualification (Electrical, Mechanical) and/or Experienced time served Engineer
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IOSH
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Telehandler licence desirable
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Full UK Driving Licence
Personal skills
The Lead Engineer role would suit someone who has:
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A minimum of 2-3 years hands on experience working in anaerobic digestion or a similar processing environment
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Be part of an on-call rota
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Working knowledge of pneumatics, pumps, heating systems, hydraulic systems and other ancillary equipment
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Experienced in using Maintenance Management System
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Working at heights
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Computer literate
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Motivated self-starter
Salary and benefits of the Lead Engineer role
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Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience
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Company benefits package
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The chance to join the renewable energy sector
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