Mechanical Technician – Energy ERF Site
Location: Exeter
Working Pattern: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday (1 in 4 callout rota)
Salary: £58,000 per year
Job Type: Full Time | Permanent | Days
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Mechanical Technician to join a leading Energy Recovery Facility (ERF). This role is ideal for someone with a background in mechanical maintenance within a process, energy, utilities, or heavy industrial environment.
As a Mechanical Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the facility through hands-on maintenance and fault diagnosis of key mechanical systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform planned and unplanned mechanical maintenance to ensure plant availability and reliability.
- Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on mechanical systems and components.
- Assist in the coordination and supervision of contractors when required.
- Input maintenance activities accurately into the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Conduct plant and area safety inspections in line with site standards.
- Work in compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across maintenance operations.
- Participate in a 1 in 4 callout rota, providing emergency maintenance support when required.
Requirements:
Essential:
- Experience in mechanical maintenance within a power plant, process industry, or similar environment.
- Familiarity with maintenance management systems.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Problem-solving and logical thinking capabilities.
- Recognised mechanical qualification (e.g. City & Guilds/NVQ) including completion of a formal apprenticeship.
Desirable:
- Experience working under Safe Systems of Work and Permit to Work procedures.
- Basic IT literacy and familiarity with CMMS platforms.
- Additional qualifications such as welding certification, health & safety training, or a full UK driving licence.
- Previous experience within Energy from Waste (EfW), Energy Recovery Facilities (ERF), power generation, or heavy industrial sectors.
What's in it for you:
- Competitive salary of £58,000 per year.
- A secure and permanent role within a growing and future-focused energy business.
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
- A collaborative working environment with a strong focus on safety, reliability, and sustainability.
- Participation in a structured callout rota with additional earning potential.
If this role is of interest, please get press apply or reach out to Ryan Guy on 07837434353 or Ryan@kingstonbarnes.com