Mechanical Maintenance Technician

You’ll keep our Middlesbrough energy recovery plant running safely and efficiently:

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• Carry out planned and reactive mechanical maintenance, including fitting, fabrication, welding, cutting, and complex machinery overhauls.
  
• Inspect and maintain critical equipment such as gearboxes, cranes, conveyors, and hydraulic systems.
  
• Provide technical support to colleagues across functions and contribute to continuous improvements in plant performance.
  
• Participate in a 24-hour call-out rota to respond to plant breakdowns outside normal hours (fully compensated).
  
• Ensure all work complies with health & safety standards and supports sustainable operations.
  

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds — your practical expertise and commitment to safety are what matter most:

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• Completed engineering apprenticeship (or equivalent experience) with proven maintenance engineering in process plant, heavy engineering, or similar environments.
  
• Qualification to City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, plus basic electrical knowledge and welding experience.
  
• Hands‑on knowledge of equipment including gearboxes, conveyors, and hydraulics; steam raising/boiler experience highly advantageous.
  
• Health & Safety qualification (e.g., IOSH) and ability to use Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
  

We particularly encourage applications from under‑represented groups in engineering, energy, and sustainability sectors. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know — we’re committed to being an inclusive employer.

At SUEZ, your career is a journey full of possibilities. With diverse roles across multiple activities and locations, we empower you to shape your own path. Here, you’re encouraged to learn, grow, and take ownership of your development — because when you thrive, we all succeed.

At SUEZ, respect is at the heart of everything we do — for each other, for our customers, and for the communities we serve. We foster inclusive, caring environments where diversity, wellbeing, safety, and solidarity are more than values — they’re everyday realities. These principles shape how we work together, every day. We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued and included. If you’re excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. Your unique experience, perspective, and potential could be exactly what we’re looking for. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and growth — including competitive pay, pension plans, health and wellbeing programs, learning opportunities, and career development. Everything you need to thrive, both professionally and personally. Join us in transforming today’s environmental challenges into tomorrow’s innovative water and waste solutions.

At SUEZ, your work truly matters — driving action and shaping a more resilient, sustainable future.

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I’m a Resourcing Business Partner, specialising in recruitment for energy recovery, technical divisions, and operations across the country.

With several years of experience in the field, I’ve built a strong track record in developing talent pipelines, engaging with candidates, and supporting managers to secure the right people for their teams.

I’m committed to supporting candidates throughout every stage of the hiring process, ensuring they feel informed, valued, and empowered to present their best selves.

As a part of our Social Value Recruitment Strategy, I represent SUEZ in key social value initiatives—supporting refugees through the TentUK Partnership, collaborating with UWE to shape green skills education, and helping service leavers transition to civilian careers through our Armed Forces Covenant commitments.