Job Description

We are recruiting a Mechanical Technician to join the maintenance team at a newly commissioned power station in Slough.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an apprentice-trained engineer with heavy engineering experience to take on a key role maintaining critical plant equipment.
Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out planned and reactive mechanical maintenance across the site.
• Diagnose and repair a wide range of mechanical equipment including gearboxes, valves, compressors, pumps, fans, and boilers.
• Support the Maintenance Manager with daily maintenance activities and plant optimisation.
• Use the CMMS system to log and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Supervise 3rd party contractors during scheduled and unscheduled works.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in line with company HSEQ standards.
• Provide occasional technical support to operations and fuel handling teams.

Candidate Requirements:

• Recognised engineering qualification (e.g., City & Guilds Level 3, Mechanical Apprenticeship).
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a power station or heavy process industry (EfW, CCGT, CHP, Biomass, Nuclear, Petrochemical, etc.).
• Experience working with conveyors, valves, pumps, gearboxes, and steam-raising equipment.
• Royal Navy Marine Engineers with at least 5 years' service will also be considered.
• Ideally IOSH or NEBOSH certified.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, safety-first approach.

What's in it for you:

• Salary: circa 50,000 p/a
• Bonus scheme + private medical + income protection
• Monday-Friday role with good work-life balance
• High potential for overtime
• Excellent training & career progression opportunities in a growing energy business

Apply now with your CV or call Noah on 01329 221 399 ext 218 for more information.
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