At a Glance
- Tasks: Assemble, install, and maintain mechanical equipment in a dynamic industrial environment.
- Company: Join Oikos, a leader in fuel terminal operations with a focus on safety and reliability.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, 33 days annual leave, and a generous pension contribution.
- Other info: Ongoing training and clear career development opportunities await you.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by ensuring the reliability of critical assets in a hands-on role.
- Qualifications: Experience in mechanical equipment maintenance and ability to read technical drawings.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
About the Role
Oikos are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer / Technician to join our onsite team. This is a hands-on role within a highly regulated, industrial environment. You’ll play a key part in maintaining critical assets at a key fuel terminal. This role is ideal for a practical, time-served engineer who values safety, reliability and technical excellence.
Key responsibilities
- Assemble, install, test, and maintain mechanical equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand / power tools & test apparatus.
- Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
- Inspect Mechanical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards.
- Direct and support contractors to install, maintain, or repair mechanical equipment, and fixtures.
- Make necessary corrections and running adjustments to maintain process components and assets.
- Contribute to the preparation of permits as part of “control of work” system – e.g. Mechanical isolations.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Excellent knowledge and experience of the installation, calibration and maintenance of Mechanical equipment.
- Knowledge and understanding of Control of Work systems.
- Ability to understand technical drawings e.g. P&IDs, equipment diagrams.
- Ability to work at height.
- Understanding of safety and environmental legislation applicable for the industry.
- IOSH – Working Safely.
What we offer
- Competitive Salary
- 33 days annual leave (includes bank holidays)
- 10% company pension contribution
- A comprehensive benefits package
- Ongoing training, development, and clear career development opportunities.
Mechanical Engineering Technician employer: Oikos Storage Limited
Oikos is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at a key fuel terminal where safety and technical excellence are paramount. With a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and a robust pension contribution, employees benefit from ongoing training and clear career development opportunities, making it an ideal place for skilled Mechanical Engineering Technicians to thrive and grow.
