Mechanical Technician

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Hours:

40 hours per week, 3‑week rotating schedule, day shifts only, every 3rd weekend. Mostly 8‑hour shifts with some 10‑10.5‑hour days.

Location:

Energy Recovery Facility, Bernard Road Service Centre, Sheffield, S4 7YX
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• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Access to our company/people's pension scheme.
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well‑known retailers.
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to.
• 24‑hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household.
• One paid day leave every year to volunteer and support your community.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential.

• Carry out maintenance tasks on the Energy Recovery Facility with primary focus on mechanical systems (80%) and supporting electrical maintenance activities (20%), including fault finding, installation, and routine maintenance of all plant equipment.
• Execute planned preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance and breakdown repairs on mechanical plant including pumps, conveyors, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, gearboxes, valves and material handling equipment.
• Conduct systematic fault diagnosis and troubleshooting on complex mechanical and electrical systems using diagnostic tools, root cause analysis methodologies (5 Whys, FMEA, Fishbone) and precision measurement equipment.
• Perform installation, commissioning, precision alignment and calibration of rotating equipment, drive systems, couplings and mechanical assemblies to manufacturer specifications and engineering standards.
• Maintain comprehensive maintenance records, equipment history files, technical drawings and asset data within the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS such as SAP or Maximo).
• Identify, propose and implement plant modifications, engineering improvements and reliability enhancements while supervising contractor activities to ensure compliance with site safety procedures and permit to work systems.

• Completed recognised Engineering Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Maintenance with NVQ Level 3 qualification (or equivalent craft certification).
• HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline (desirable).
• Comprehensive technical knowledge of mechanical maintenance practices including bearing replacement, shaft alignment, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, lubrication programs and rotating equipment repair.
• Proven ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, technical schematics, isometric drawings and equipment specifications.
• Practical experience with CMMS systems (SAP, Maximo or equivalent) for work order management, maintenance planning and technical documentation.
• Experience working in heavy industrial, process plant, power generation, waste‑to‑energy or COMAH regulated environments with flexibility to work 8‑hour rotating shift patterns.

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

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We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long‑term condition who opt‑in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.