Mechanical Technician

Astute's Power team is exclusively partnering with a leading energy provider to recruit a Mechanical Technician to work at a CCGT plant near Manchester. This crucial Mechanical Technician role comes with a competitive salary plus benefits. If you're a Mechanical Technician with experience in power generation or heavy industrial environments and are looking to work with an organisation that values integrity and prioritises its people, submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Mechanical Team Leader, you will: Perform maintenance on mechanical equipment associated with the power plant and its auxiliaries, adhering to the highest safety standards. Fault-find and maintain assets, utilising your specialist technical knowledge. Ensure accurate maintenance records using the CMMS system. Supervise and direct contractors as required. Contribute to the creation and implementation of procedures and working instructions. Uphold corporate and statutory safety and environmental obligations. Participate in the on-call system to address operational and maintenance issues. Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: A time-served apprenticeship in a relevant mechanical discipline. A recognised engineering qualification, at least at craft level. A minimum of 3 years' experience in mechanical maintenance. Personal skills The Mechanical Technician role would suit someone who: Is a strong team player and a self-starter with excellent multi-tasking abilities. Has the ability to communicate effectively with staff across all levels. Demonstrates strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks. Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Technician role Competitive salary plus benefits. Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week. INDPOW Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful