Mechanical Maintenance Manager

NW32918

Mechanical Maintenance Manager (Energy from Waste)

£52,000 - £62,000

Leicestershire (Hybrid)

Alecto Recruitment is partnered with a market leader in the Energy from Waste and Biogas industries, and together we are searching for a Mechanical Maintenance Manager to plan and deliver mechanical service and project work across the UK.

Salary between £52,000-£62,000 per annum D.O.E

Annual salary review and company weighted bonus

Pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution

Private medical and dental insurance

Life insurance (4× salary) and disability insurance

Wellbeing support and employee assistance resources

Lead on-site mechanical oversight by conducting inspections, guiding maintenance activities, resolving technical issues, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and contractual standards.

Act as the primary technical authority, providing expert direction on dismantling, assembly, installation, troubleshooting, and combustion-system maintenance.

Mentor field teams, promote safe working practices, and support a strong performance culture focused on quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Collaborate with project and account teams to coordinate work execution, optimize processes, and improve operational efficiency.

Enforce QHSE compliance, maintain accurate documentation, and support audits and customer reviews.

Plan and deliver mechanical service and project activities safely, on time, and on budget while representing a market leader professionally and supporting tendering and cost modelling efforts.

Higher qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or a related technical field.

Mid-to-senior level experience in mechanical maintenance, field service, or operations - ideally within Power Plants, Waste-to-Energy, or industrial facilities.

Proven experience in hands‑on mechanical inspection, troubleshooting, and maintenance management.

Familiarity with matrix organisations and digital field service / maintenance management tools.

Fluent in the local language and English; additional languages are a plus.

Strong QHSE mindset with unwavering commitment to safe working practices.

Customer‑focused, proactive, and adaptable in demanding site environments.

Technically strong with excellent judgement and problem‑solving ability.

Effective leader with strong communication and mentoring skills.

Willingness to travel regularly within the designated region.

To apply for this role please send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) ext 218 to discuss.

Equally, if this role would not be of interest to you but may be for a suitable friend or colleague, we can offer paid referral fees for successful placements