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Mechanical Engineer Team Leader - Gloucestershire EfW

FCC Environment
London
5 days ago
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Mechanical Engineer Team Leader - Gloucestershire EfW
Salary:

£50,000 - £66,000 per annum (plus benefits)
Hours:

40 hours per week, 07:30am - 16:00pm
Location:

Gloucester EFW, GL10 3ET

As a Mechanical Engineer Lead at FCC Environment, you will be responsible for the performance and maintenance of all mechanical plant at our Gloucestershire Energy from Waste facility, ensuring compliance with pressure regulations and lifting gear test requirements. Acting as the sites technical lead, you will make sure that systems and processes operate effectively, efficiently, and safely.

This vacancy is for a full-time position, working 5 days per week.

Our promise to you

- Competitive salary

  • Overtime at 1.5 times the hourly rate
  • 25 days annual leave (full-time working) plus Bank Holidays
  • Pension scheme
  • Discretionary bonus scheme
  • On-the-job training and progression
  • Recognition scheme
  • Refer a friend bonus
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and the Best Doctors Service via our Wellbeing Platform (Where applicable)

    What will you be doing?

    - Lead all aspects of mechanical maintenance at the facility.
  • Ensure mechanical equipment is correctly operated, maintained, and tested.
  • Maintain and test all safety devices in line with regulations.
  • Monitor the condition of rotating plant using modern techniques.
  • Coordinate and plan maintenance activities, including shutdowns.
  • Control scaffolding in accordance with regulations.
  • Manage statutory inspections and maintain accurate documentation.
  • Recommend plant spares holdings and work within budget.
  • Investigate and rectify plant or equipment faults promptly.
  • Lead and manage the mechanical maintenance team.

    What are we looking for?

    We are seeking a highly skilled mechanical maintenance professional with:

    - Extensive maintenance experience in the power generation sector (Energy from Waste, CCGT, Oil, Coal, Biomass, or Royal Navy engineer background).
  • Proven leadership in demanding and dynamic environments.
  • Strong knowledge of H&S legislation, facility consents, and safety rules.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all organisational levels.
  • Adaptability, motivation, and a results-driven mindset.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong analytical and decision-making skills with the ability to prioritise workload.

    About Us

    We are FCC Environment, one of the UKs leading waste and resource management companies. We operate over 200 facilities in England, Scotland, and Wales and employ around 4,200 people. Our mission is to reduce landfill waste and turn it into valuable resources, contributing to the UKs climate change goals.

    FCC Environment is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

    How to apply

    If youre ready to lead mechanical operations at a cutting-edge Energy from Waste facility, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit; the services are those of an Employment Agency.
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