Mechanical Technician

Work Type: Permanent
Salary: £50,149
Hours: 37.5 per week / Mon - Fri
Overtime available at premium rates: Yes
Location
: SO45 3NR

This is an opportunity for a professional and proactive Mechanical Technician to join our client's maintenance team at the Hythe fuel terminal where you'll be responsible for maintaining and repairing a wide range of mechanical equipment and systems. The role of Mechanical Technician is key in ensuring the terminal operates safely, reliably, and efficiently. As a Mechanical Technician, you will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of a wide range of mechanical systems essential to fuel handling and storage.

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical equipment including pumps, pipework systems, valves, and vessels.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and identify root causes to prevent recurrence.
• Assist with commissioning new mechanical equipment and modifications as required.
• Obtain quotations for spares, repairs, and improvements from suppliers.
• Coordinate and oversee external contractors on planned works.
• Identify reliability or cost-efficiency improvements.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping in workshops and storage areas.

• Time-served mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.
• Knowledge of industrial maintenance and safe systems of work (RAMS).
• Ideally experience in the oil, gas, petrochemical or broader energy sector.
• A disciplined, safety-focused, and solutions-oriented approach.
• Basic computer skills (e.g., maintenance systems, reporting tools).

If this opportunity aligns with your experience, please apply and we'll be in touch to discuss next steps.