Location: Suffolk

Salary: Competitive + bonus + on-call allowance
Sector: Energy

An established energy operator is looking to appoint a Mechanical Site Engineer to support the operation and maintenance of a Biomass energy facility.

This is a hands-on role focused on maintaining plant performance, reliability, and compliance across a busy industrial site.

The Role

• Carry out planned and reactive mechanical maintenance on biomass and gas boiler systems
• Diagnose faults, troubleshoot issues, and complete repairs to minimise downtime
• Support the continuous operation of the plant through routine inspections and monitoring
• Assist with fuel handling operations, including deliveries, testing, and system feeding
• Work closely with site teams and contractors to coordinate maintenance activities
• Participate in the on-call rota responding to plant issues and outages
• Maintain accurate maintenance, compliance, and HSEQ records

Key Responsibilities

• Mechanical maintenance across boilers, pumps, valves, and associated systems
• Monitoring plant performance and adjusting where required
• Ensuring compliance with industry regulations and site procedures
• Supporting subcontractor activities and permit systems
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and safety across the site
• Supporting stock control for tools and spare parts

Requirements

• Mechanical engineering qualification (NVQ / C&G / HNC or equivalent)
• Strong experience in an industrial or energy environment
• Experience working with boilers, steam systems, or similar plant
• Good understanding of HSEQ standards and compliance
• Ability to work independently and respond to callouts

Desirable

• Biomass or energy-from-waste experience
• BOAS certification (Steam)
• Telehandler licence
• Experience using CMMS / DCS / BMS systems

Multi Skilled Operative (Energy / Recycling)

Location: Central Scotland
Sector: Energy / Recycling / Waste Management
Reporting to: Site Supervisor

Overview
An established energy and recycling operation is looking to recruit a Multi Skilled Operative to support day-to-day site activities. The role requires flexibility across multiple operational areas to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant plant performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate across multiple site functions, including:
  • Weighbridge operations
  • Forklift / loading shovel / grab handling
  • Traffic marshalling
  • Picking line/recycling activities
• Carry out routine operational tasks including:
  • Plant housekeeping, cleaning, and litter control
  • Clearing blockages and supporting maintenance activities
  • Completing site logs, inspections, and safety checks
• Ensure strict adherence to HSE procedures (including LOTOTO and traffic management systems)
• Report defects, safety concerns, and operational issues promptly
• Support efficient running of weighbridge systems and accurate record keeping
• Rotate across duties based on operational requirements
• Work collaboratively with site teams to maximise productivity

Requirements

• Experience in a production, waste, recycling, or industrial environment
• Strong awareness of Health & Safety standards
• Forklift licence (or experience with plant equipment such as shovel/grab)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
• Good communication and basic IT skills (for logs/weighbridge systems)

Desirable

• Recycling or waste management background
• Basic maintenance skills
• Exposure to hazardous energy control systems

Key Traits

• Flexible and proactive
• Strong attention to detail
• Team-focused with a safety-first mindset

PLANT ATTENDANT

Location - Fife

Key Responsibilities

Operations

• Loading and unloading vehicles, including operation of Front-Loading Shovel (FLS) and Fork Lift Truck (FLT) where required.

• Conducting plant inspections and monitoring operational areas across the facility.

• Operating overhead crane systems for the movement and management of materials.

• Accessing plant areas at varying elevations to check instruments, gauges, and record operational readings.

• Responding to planned and unplanned maintenance requirements, blockages, and system changes.

• Responding to system alarms and following operational protocols to secure plant areas where necessary.

• Maintaining plant cleaning schedules to required operational standards.

• Working in environments that may involve heights and confined spaces.

Health & Safety

• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping across the facility.

• Following all company Health & Safety policies, procedures, and safe working practices.

• Participating in emergency drills and evacuation exercises.

• Reporting accidents, incidents, or unsafe practices to management.

• Working towards competency within the site Permit to Work (PTW) system.

• Supporting updates to Plant Operating Instructions (POIs) and Risk Assessments where required.

• Maintaining effective working relationships with other departments.

Responsibilities may evolve and additional duties may be assigned as required.

Competencies & Requirements

• Experience or understanding of operating and monitoring boiler and steam turbine plant systems.

• Fork Lift Truck (FLT) certification or experience.

• Ability to work at height using stairs, ladders, and elevated access areas.

• Physically capable of manual handling and lifting tasks.

• Experience operating a Front-Loading Shovel (FLS) is advantageous.