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Power Generation Engineer

Job in Maidstone, Kent County, ME14, England, UK
Listing for: Rise Technical Recruitment Limited
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-06
Job specializations:
  • Energy/Power Generation
    Field/Service Technician, Power Plant / Engineering, Renewable Energy, Electricity Generation
  • Engineering
    Field/Service Technician
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 38000 - 44000 GBP Yearly GBP 38000.00 44000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Power Generation Engineer (Training Provided)

Covering sites across Kent, Sussex & South London

£38,000 - £44,000 + Training + Up to 15% Annual Bonus + Increased Earnings (Overtime, Bonuses and Call Out) + Van, Tools and Equipment + Healthcare Plans + 7% Pension + 33 Days Holiday Allowance

Are you a mechanical engineer or mechanic with experience working on engines, looking to train into becoming a Power Generation Engineer where you will gain a skillset within the renewable energy industry securing yourself a futureproof job?

Do you want to work for a leading organisation within the industry, where you will have a secure position in the waste to energy sector and receive full training / development along with a generous package?

The company are a leading landfill operator in the UK looking to change the way waste is dealt with across the country. Due to continued success and an on-going programme of growth, they are now looking to recruit another engineer to join their team.

In this role the person will be maintaining and servicing power generation equipment on sites across Kent, Sussex and South London. They will carry out essential maintenance and repairs to Gensets (Gas Reciprocating Engines, CHP Engines and more) across landfill sites. Full training can be provided.

This is the ideal role for mechanical engineers or mechanics with experience working on engines looking to receive training into heavy industrial work. You will be looking to gain a skillset within the Power Generation sector, gaining a secure job for life due to the futureproof nature of both the industry and equipment you will be trained on.

The Role:
  • Service and maintenance of heavy industrial engines, along with other power generation equipment such as CHP engines, Gas Reciprocating Engines and more.
  • Preventative, reactive and breakdown services.
  • Fault diagnosis - with record keeping and log taking.
  • 1 in 6 call out rota - paid at a standby rate AND enhanced rate.
  • Training and excellent benefits provided.
The Candidate:
  • Mechanical Engineer or Mechanic - experience in maintenance and repair.
  • Time served or qualified.
  • Experience in petrol / diesel engine maintenance / overhauls / repairs.
  • Perfect for those in army, REME, HGV Mechanics, Power Generation, agricultural or heavy plant industries.
  • Happy to travel across Kent, Sussex and South London.

Reference Number: BBBH
279157

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

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