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Mark Everitt (Team Leader) in blue shirt having photo taken at Prime Appointments Head office in Witham

Mark Everitt

Team Leader

Mechanical Technician

£43,000 - £50,000 p/a

Permanent

Witham, Essex

Mechanical Technician - Witham area - up to £50,000 - 28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Are you a skilled Mechanical Technician looking for a role in a innovative facility that values its employees? A leading waste management and energy recovery site is seeking a dedicated professional to join their maintenance team.

About the Role

As a Mechanical Technician, you will play a key role in maintaining a state-of-the-art Integrated Waste Management Facility (IWMF), ensuring the safe and efficient operation of mechanical engineering systems that process non-recyclable waste to generate electricity.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Performing preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance on mechanical systems
  • Supporting planned and unplanned shutdown activities
  • Ensuring all maintenance activities meet safety, environmental, and quality standards
  • Working alongside internal teams and external service providers
  • Contributing to operational improvement projects

What's on offer:

  • Annual Performance Bonus - Up to 2.5% of base salary.
  • Paid Holidays - 25 days per year, increasing with service, plus your birthday off!
  • Contributory Pension - Employer contribution of up to 9%
  • Further Education Support - Employer-funded training, study support, and exam fees.
  • Wellness Programme - £300 annual allowance for activities such as gym memberships.

Who We're Looking For:

  • NVQ Level 3 (preferred), HNC/HND, or equivalent experience in mechanical maintenance
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in a complex operational environment (e.g., Power Generation, Industrial Process, Oil & Gas)
  • Strong knowledge of furnace/boiler systems or rotating equipment is advantageous
  • Commitment to health, safety, and environmental compliance
  • Ability to work as part of a 24/7 operational team, including participation in an on-call rota

Ready to Join?

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team, working in a industy-leading facility that values sustainability and its employees.

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Date: 25th April 2025

Job ref: 94028_1745574433