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Power Generation Engineer (Training Provided)

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited
Yeovil Full-time GBP 38,000 – 44,000
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Power Generation Engineer (Training Provided)

Based near Yeovil, Taunton or Bridgwater

Sites located in Somerset, Dorset, Devon and Cornwall

£38,000 - £44,000 + Training + Up to 15% Annual Bonus + Increased Earnings (Overtime, Bonuses and Call Out) + Van, Tools and Equipment + Healthcare Plans + 7% Pension + 33 Days Holiday Allowance

Are you a mechanical engineer or mechanic with experience working on engines, looking to train into becoming a Power Generation Engineer where you will gain a skillset within the renewable energy industry securing yourself a futureproof job?

Do you want to work for a leading organisation within the industry, where you will have a secure position in the waste to energy sector and receive full training / development along with a generous package?

The company are a leading landfill operator in the UK looking to change the way waste is dealt with across the country. Due to continued success and an on-going programme of growth, they are now looking to recruit another engineer to join their team.

In this role the person will be maintaining and servicing power generation equipment on sites across the South West. They will carry out essential maintenance and repairs to Gensets (Gas Reciprocating Engines, CHP Engines and more) across landfill sites. Full training can be provided.

This is the ideal role for mechanical engineers or mechanics with experience working on engines looking to receive training into heavy industrial work. You will be looking to gain a skillset within the Power Generation sector, gaining a secure job for life due to the futureproof nature of both the industry and equipment you will be trained on.

The Role

  • Service and maintenance of heavy industrial engines, along with other power generation equipment such as CHP engines, Gas Reciprocating Engines and more.

  • Preventative, reactive and breakdown services.

  • Fault diagnosis - with record keeping and log taking.

  • 1 in 5 call out rota - paid at a standby rate AND enhanced rate.

  • Training and excellent benefits provided
The Candidate
  • Mechanical Engineer or Mechanic - experience in maintenance and repair.

  • Time served or qualified.

  • Experience in petrol / diesel engine maintenance / overhauls / repairs.

  • Perfect for those in army, REME, HGV Mechanics, Power Generation, agricultural or heavy plant industries.

  • Based near Yeovil, Taunton or Bridgwater and happy to cover the South West
Reference Number: BBBH273209

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Chris Andrews at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

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