WT-AWRP Mechanical Maintenance Team - Mechanical Technician

WT-AWRP Mechanical Maintenance Team - Mechanical Technician

Allerton Waste Recovery Park, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom

At Thalia, we believe in transforming waste into opportunity. We’re looking for a skilled Mechanical Technician to join our team at Allerton Waste Recovery Park, helping deliver engineering excellence while supporting a cleaner, more efficient way to manage waste.

Support the Maintenance Manager in the operation and upkeep of mechanical systems and equipment across our three operational areas (Mechanical Treatment, Anaerobic Digestion, and Incineration). Ensure optimal equipment availability, safety, and compliance, mentoring others, and contributing to a high-performing engineering team.

• Carry out planned and reactive mechanical maintenance to maximise plant uptime.
• Troubleshoot faults and support fast, effective repairs across mechanical systems.
• Maintain accurate records using our Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Uphold the highest safety standards and lead by example during tool talks, handovers, and team briefings.
• Work collaboratively with operations, compliance, and engineering teams to meet site KPIs.
• Support the management of spare parts and liaise with contractors and suppliers on‑site works.

You’ll be a hands‑on problem‑solver with experience in a mechanical maintenance environment, ideally in energy‑from‑waste, industrial services, or similar. You’ll bring a proactive mindset, a safety‑first attitude, and a genuine desire to make a difference.

• Relevant mechanical qualifications or a time‑served apprenticeship (essential).
• Experience with PPM, reactive maintenance, and mechanical fault finding.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative working style.
• Familiarity with Safe Systems of Work, risk assessments, and permit‑to‑work systems.

At Thalia Waste Management, we work hard to make sure we are an inclusive and diverse place to work. We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. As a Disability Confident Employer, we provide reasonable adjustments to employees with disabilities.