Mechanical Utilities Engineer

Our client is seeking a skilled Mechanical Utilities Engineer to work 12-hour days/night shift (set shift pattern over 3-5 years).

Starting salary: £46,661 pa with shift allowance

After 3 years rising to £52,810 pa with shift allowance

The Utilities Mechanical Operator will have ownership for the following areas:

* CHP

* WWTP

* Compressed air systems

* Steam systems

* Nitrogen systems

* Utility water systems

* Barometric water system

* All Drains

* Clean Ditch

* Gas Systems

Utilities Mechanical Operator duties:

* Responsible for monitoring the wastewater treatment plant and making sure all compliance limits are achieved

* Responsible for power generation and steam production in the CHP plant.

* To provide mechanical service and support for emergency breakdowns and other mechanical duties out of hours.

* Responsible for maintaining a high standard of cleanliness throughout the department following a GMP schedule.

* To supervise contractor when turnkey projects are in place.

* Maintain high standard of cleanliness following GMP guidelines

* Perform small maintenance related jobs and liaise with maintenance department

* Ensure product throughput and quality is maintained to the required levels and specification.

* Responsible for some site inspection with the use of a digital auditor (Drain system, Lagging, steam leak, air leaks and others)

* Report to the Utilities Manager and support the shift manager out of hours.

* Responsible for liaising with other process departments to insure all utilities are run smoothly

* To provide mechanical support for production breakdowns out of hours (1600hrs to 0700hrs weekdays, weekend days/nights).

Skills and experience required:

* City & guilds / B Tech qualification or equivalent

* At least 3 years’ experience as a fully qualified E& I or Mechanical Engineer

* Boiler Operation Accreditation Scheme (BOAS) is beneficial

* Water Treatment plant knowledge is beneficial

* Basic computer skills