Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Full-Time 30000 - 40000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Astute Technical Recruitment Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance in a biomass energy facility.
  • Company: Join a leading biomass energy producer focused on sustainability.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, overtime, and ongoing training opportunities.
  • Other info: Dynamic work environment with a focus on safety and collaboration.
  • Why this job: Be part of a team driving sustainable energy solutions and enhancing your skills.
  • Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant field.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 Β£ per year.

Astute's Power Team is partnering with a well-established biomass energy producer operating an integrated wood pellet manufacturing and biomass power generation facility to recruit a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician (with an electrical bias) for its Invergordon site. The Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician role comes with a competitive salary, annual bonus, shift allowance, overtime opportunities and ongoing training and career development within a technically advanced process facility. If you're an electrically biased Maintenance Technician and are looking to work for an organisation that are at the forefront of sustainable biomass energy, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Maintenance Technician role:

  • Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor you will carry out planned preventative and reactive electrical and mechanical maintenance across a busy biomass and wood pellet production facility.
  • Diagnose faults and repair plant equipment to minimise downtime and maximise operational performance.
  • Inspect, maintain and troubleshoot motors, pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, bearings, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
  • Support production teams by responding quickly to breakdowns and ensuring equipment reliability.
  • Assist with PLC fault finding, process improvements and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Complete maintenance inspections, testing and servicing in line with the site's planned maintenance programme.
  • Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out safely and in compliance with health, safety and environmental procedures.
  • Record maintenance activities accurately and contribute to root cause analysis and equipment reliability improvements.
  • Work collaboratively with the wider maintenance, production and engineering teams to deliver safe and efficient plant operations.

Professional qualifications:

We are looking for someone with the following: NVQ Level 3, City

Maintenance Technician employer: Astute Technical Recruitment Ltd

Join a leading biomass energy producer in Invergordon, where you will be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to sustainable energy solutions. As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician, you'll enjoy a competitive salary, annual bonuses, and extensive training opportunities, all within a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and safety. This role not only offers the chance to work with advanced technology but also allows you to contribute to meaningful environmental initiatives.

Astute Technical Recruitment Ltd

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We think you need these skills to ace Maintenance Technician

Electrical Maintenance
Mechanical Maintenance
Fault Diagnosis
Plant Equipment Repair
Preventative Maintenance
Troubleshooting
PLC Fault Finding