Mechanical Engineer

 You will deliver an efficient and effective preventative and corrective mechanical maintenance service to the plant on behalf of the Engineering team, ensuring maintenance is delivered safely, with quality, to a defined plan and in compliance with work controls   

We are Uniper

At Uniper, we are pro-actively transforming the world of energy whilst at the same time ensuring security of energy supply. As an internationally operating company, we work in very diverse teams with the greatest possible working time flexibility for our employees. Our corporate culture is characterized by equal opportunities, mutual appreciation, and respect. With us, you will be able to develop new business models, work on technological solutions for a modern, sustainable, and future-oriented energy supply as well as pro-actively help to shape changes. Interested? Then we will look forward to meeting you!

Your responsibilities

What we are looking for

• Manage delivery of preventive maintenance as defined by the maintenance strategy team and in line with contract management and work planning & scheduling processes
• Manage delivery of corrective maintenance within the required timescales determined by the risk and in line with contract management and work planning & scheduling processes
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the maintenance management system through the job plan improvement and failure reporting and corrective action system (FRACAS) processes and conduct root cause problem solving where required
• Develop and manage the budget required to deliver maintenance in area of responsibility
• Manage and contribute to the improvement of safety performance including regular audits of the work control management process
• Design and delivery of low and medium risk technical improvement projects
• Network and benchmark outside of Enfield, Grain and Taylors Lane Power Stations to ensure that best practice is employed in area of responsibility
• Support the development of apprentices and resident contractors

Your profile

 Who we are seeking

Essential requirements

• An HNC or engineering craft based qualification in an appropriate engineering discipline to NVQ level 3 or equivalent with appropriate industrial experience.
• A broad understanding of Power Station operations.
• A broad knowledge and experience of maintenance activities in an engineering skill spanning more than one plant area.
• Knowledge of current policies and procedures which affect the management of the Station and which are relevant to the role.
• A good working knowledge of health and safety and environmental legislation and standards to IOSH or equivalent.
• Fault finding and problem solving skills
• Planning and organising skills to include effective prioritising, resource management and a long term strategic focus.

Desirable requirements

• Excellent interpersonal skills to enable effective working relationships with the ability to effectively communicate with all stakeholders.
• Financial and commercial awareness associated with the activities of the role.
• Undertake roles under Electrical and Mechanical safety rules.
• A working knowledge of key PC based computer systems.
• Contract management training to be able to run a number of contracts which involve on site working to include the health, safety and environmental aspects as well as the commercial and technical issues.
• Trained and competent in safety assessment by producing such documents as risk assessments, method statements, manual handling, hot work assessments etc.
• Understanding and use of Operational Excellence principles and tools

Your qualities

• Competitive salary
• Personal development and Learning opportunities
• Enhanced company pension – With up to 12% company contributions
• 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Electric vehicle charging at our sites
• In house Occupational Health Services
• Company funded Private Medical Insurance including free GP service
• Performance related benefits
• Access to a range of flexible benefits such as Share Incentive Plan, Dental, Critical Illness and Life Insurance, Cycle2Work, Health Care Cash plan or buy and sell extra holiday
• Future career opportunities (UK & International) with a strong focus on Diversity Equity and Inclusion

Our employees are the reason for our success. Therefore, you will find many other benefits at the local level to help you reach your potential. Energy evolutionary wanted!

 Your contact

Should you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact the UK Talent Acquisition Manager

dominic.lindsey@uniper.energy

Please note, any CV’s sent via email would not be taken into consideration. All CV’s must be submitted via the online application process only.

 Job information 

As an employer, Uniper is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. Therefore, we encourage applications from suitably qualified individuals whose capabilities match the role requirements regardless of gender, origin, disability, age, religion, ideology, sexual identity or marital status. We live inclusion and support flexible working.