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Field Service EngineerPermanentUK wide travel; regional patch with occasional overnight stays and on callDo you have experience servicing gas or diesel engines?Have you carried out fault finding on mechanical and electrical systems?Are you happy to travel and work in a field-based role?What's in it for you• Salary £36,000 to £50,000 depending on experience• Company vehicle with fuel and expenses covered• Overtime pay 1.5x after 45 hours• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays• Pension contribution• Structured training with OEM exposure • Long term progression within a growing international energy businessWhat will you be doing?• Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on gas engines and associated plant• Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults and carrying out repairs• Supporting plant uptime and minimising downtime across customer sites• Completing detailed service reports and technical documentation• Managing van stock, tools, and spare parts effectively• Attending breakdown callouts as part of a rota• Collecting and managing oil samples for analysis• Supporting junior engineers and contributing to team developmentWhere will you be doing it?Working for an established international energy business specialising in gas engine power solutions; operating across a regional UK patch in a customer facing role within industrial and energy generation environments, supported by a strong technical and operational team.What will you need?• Experience working on gas engines; CHP, or similar ideal• Strong mechanical and electrical fault finding skills• Engineering qualification in mechanical, electrical, or similar• Full UK driving licence• Comfortable using IT systems for reporting and diagnostics• Willingness to travel and work away occasionally• Gas Safe qualification advantageous but not essentialImportant Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us .

Technical Sales Engineer Remote – North West / M62 Corridor Salary: Up to £70,000 + £500/month car allowance + benefits A growing engineering business within the industrial decarbonisation and energy transition space is looking to appoint a Process Heat Sales Engineer to support the expansion of its low-carbon heat solutions across the UK. This is a newly created role focused on helping industrial customers decarbonise high-temperature process heat, working closely with engineering teams to deliver technically robust and commercially viable solutions. The Role You will work at the interface between engineering and commercial sales, identifying opportunities within industrial sectors where low-carbon heat technologies can replace traditional fossil-fuel systems. Key responsibilities include: • Developing new business opportunities across industrial manufacturing sectors, • Engaging with engineering, operations and sustainability teams within client organisations, • Supporting the sales process from initial technical consultation through to proposal and contract stage, • Working closely with internal engineering teams to develop tailored process heat solutions, • Building relationships with consultants, EPCs and industrial end users, • Managing projects through the commercial pipeline The Candidate This role would suit someone with a strong engineering background combined with commercial exposure. Typical profiles could include: • Process Engineer / Applications Engineer looking to move into sales, • Technical Sales Engineer within industrial heating, boilers, burners, heat pumps or thermal systems, • Engineers with exposure to energy efficiency, heat recovery, CHP, steam systems or industrial decarbonisation Ideal experience: • Degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Chemical or Process Engineering, • Experience with industrial thermal systems / process heat, • Commercial awareness or sales experience, • Ability to engage with both technical and commercial stakeholders Package • Salary up to £70,000, • £500 per month car allowance, • Pension matched up to 8%, • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, • Medicash health plan, • Fully remote role covering the North West / M62 corridor Why this role? • Work at the forefront of industrial decarbonisation, • Newly created role with strong market demand, • Opportunity to influence how heavy industry reduces carbon emissions from heat

Field Service Engineer\nPermanent\nUK wide travel; regional patch with occasional overnight stays and on call\n\nDo you have experience servicing gas or diesel engines?\nHave you carried out fault finding on mechanical and electrical systems?\nAre you happy to travel and work in a field-based role?\n\nWhat's in it for you\n• Salary £36,000 to £50,000 depending on experience\n• Company vehicle with fuel and expenses covered\n• Overtime pay 1.5x after 45 hours\n• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays\n• Pension contribution\n• Structured training with OEM exposure \n• Long term progression within a growing international energy business\n\nWhat will you be doing?\n• Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on gas engines and associated plant\n• Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults and carrying out repairs\n• Supporting plant uptime and minimising downtime across customer sites\n• Completing detailed service reports and technical documentation\n• Managing van stock, tools, and spare parts effectively\n• Attending breakdown callouts as part of a rota\n• Collecting and managing oil samples for analysis\n• Supporting junior engineers and contributing to team development\n\nWhere will you be doing it?\nWorking for an established international energy business specialising in gas engine power solutions; operating across a regional UK patch in a customer facing role within industrial and energy generation environments, supported by a strong technical and operational team.\n\nWhat will you need?\n• Experience working on gas engines; CHP, or similar ideal\n• Strong mechanical and electrical fault finding skills\n• Engineering qualification in mechanical, electrical, or similar\n• Full UK driving licence\n• Comfortable using IT systems for reporting and diagnostics\n• Willingness to travel and work away occasionally\n• Gas Safe qualification advantageous but not essential\n\nImportant Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us

FM33267\n\nTechnical Trainer - Remote\n\nUp to £52,000\n\nHybrid Working\n\nAlecto Recruitment is working with a well-established energy and power generation company who are seeking a Technical Trainer to support the development and upskilling of operational teams across the business.\n\nAdditional Benefits\n\nPension (5.5% employer, 3.5% employee contributions)\n\nSubsidised Private Health Scheme\n\nAnnual Company Performance-related bonus scheme\n\nDeath in service 4x salary\n\nKey Responsibilities & Tasks\n\nDeliver and develop technical training across mechanical, electrical, and operational disciplines.\nAssess staff competency, provide mentoring, and support continuous skills development.\nConduct site audits to ensure compliance with company procedures and safety standards.\nInduct and train new employees to a level where they can work independently.\nIdentify training needs and coordinate internal and external training programmes.\nMaintain accurate training records and ensure compliance with company and legislative requirements.\nSupport operational teams with fault finding, troubleshooting, and technical guidance.\nReview and improve training materials, systems, and HSQE processes.\nWork with management to define operational standards and improve team performance.\nContribute to development of technical documentation and training resources.Skills & Requirements\n\nStrong technical background in power generation, mechanical and electrical systems.\nExperience in training, mentoring, or coaching.\nRecognised engineering qualification (mechanical or electrical).\nKnowledge of relevant legislation and Health & Safety (IOSH/NEBOSH desirable).\nStrong problem-solving and organisational skills.\nIT literate with experience using MS Office and digital training tools.\nFull UK driving licence required.INDW\n\nTo apply for this role please send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) ext 220 to discuss.\n\nEqually, if this role would not be of interest to you but may be for a suitable friend or colleague, we can offer paid referral fees for successful placements

Due to continuing growth, we require a Mechanical Engineer/ Plant Room Engineer to strengthen the existing Operations & Maintenance team located within the North West Area.\n\nAs Mechanical Plant Room Engineer you will be working within Energy Centres/ Hospital plant rooms etc.. this plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of mechanical systems that generate and distribute energy (such as heating, cooling, and power)\n\nThe Company\n\nVital Energi is a leading provider of renewable energy infrastructure and systems to the public and private sectors. We are supporting Hospitals, Universities, New Build developments, Towns and Cities as well as Industrial and Commercial clients to decarbonise their buildings.\n\nWe have and continue to work on ground-breaking projects throughout the UK which are supporting the UK’s Net Zero targets, such as the recently announced £1 billion low-carbon infrastructure project for Westminster.\n\nWith plans to double our headcount over the coming years, supported by offices opening in new locations across the country and our strong investment pipeline, coupled with our expansion into new markets such as industrial power generation with our very own Energy-from-Waste facility, there is no better time to join the family here at Vital Energi.\n\nRoles and Responsibilities-\n\n * Oversee, operate, and maintain mechanical plant equipment (boilers, CHP units, chillers, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, compressors, pipework, etc.).\n\n * Perform planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance to minimize downtime.\n\n * Monitor system performance, pressure, flow rates, and energy efficiency.\n\n * Diagnose faults in mechanical plant systems.\n\n * Carry out corrective repairs or escalate to specialist contractors when required.\n\n * Ensure minimal disruption to building/energy centre operations.\n\n * Use BMS (Building Management Systems) or SCADA systems to monitor plant operation.\n\n * Record and report on system data (temperatures, pressures, energy consumption).\n\n * Ensure all works comply with statutory regulations (HVAC, Gas Safe, water hygiene, LOLER, PUWER, etc.).\n\n * Carry out risk assessments, method statements, and follow health & safety protocols.\n\n * Assist in plant upgrades, refurbishments, and commissioning of new equipment.\n\n * Maintain accurate records of maintenance, inspections, and system performance.\n\n * Complete job sheets, service reports, and compliance documentation.\n\nWhat you will need\n\n * Hold a city & guilds qualification or equivalent\n\n * Experience with mechanical seals, bearings and pressurisation units\n\n * Full UK manual driving licence\n\nThe Package:\n\n * Salary negotiable DOE\n\n * Contributory Company Pension Scheme\n\n * Company van/ Fuel card\n\n * Non-contributory death-in-service insurance\n\n * Employee Assistance Programme\n\n * 25 Days Holiday plus 8 days bank holidays.\n\n * Additional holidays awarded in line with length of service\n\n * Option to purchase/sell additional holidays\n\n * Onsite gym/wellbeing centre at our Blackburn Head Office\n\n * Discounted gym membership across the UK\n\n * EV charging points where possible\n\nApplications will be processed within 28 days of receipt. If you have not heard from us within this time period it will mean that your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful.\n\nThe company is opposed to all forms of discrimination and will select for employment, training and promotion on the basis of suitability for the job and/ or merit. It is company policy that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment than another on the grounds of sex, race, colour, age, ethnic or national origins, political affiliations, religious beliefs, marital & civil partnership status, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy & Maternity related or is disadvantaged by unjustifiable conditions or requirements.\n\nApplicants must have the unrestricted and ongoing right to work in the UK for the duration of employment, without the need for sponsorship. Due to the nature of this role, we are unable to support visa sponsorship or employ individuals with time‑limited permission or conditions attached to their right to work in the UK\n\nNotice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives:\n\nVital Energi Utilities Ltd is not accepting unsolicited CVs from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. CVs submitted to any Vital Energi Utilities Ltd employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Vital Energi Utilities Ltd. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you

Operations Asset Manager - Power Plant / Power Generation / CHP/ Power Stations / Hydro £95k - £125k plus car allowance bonus holidays Key Responsibilities • Act as the Accountable Person Power Plants, ensuring compliance with Operating Standards, SHEQ, and legislative requirements., • Lead and manage operational and maintenance teams to achieve safety, efficiency, and performance goals., • Build and maintain effective client relationships to ensure safe, efficient operations and customer satisfaction., • Develop and deliver annual operating and business plans, ensuring clear communication and understanding across teams., • Plan, control, and optimise budgets, contracts, and CAPEX projects to enhance site safety and efficiency., • Collaborate with authorities and stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance and community engagement., • Support business growth and share best practices in the plant managers’ forum., • Oversee outages, critical maintenance, and provide emergency call-out support as needed. Minimum Requirements Hold a degree or HND equivalent qualification in an Engineering discipline. • Possess substantial experience ( 10 years min ) in the Power industry - Steam and Gas turbine, • Demonstrated expertise in managing energy-related assets effectively., • Proven track record of operating at a senior management level within equivalent industries., • Capable of strategic-level thinking while maintaining the ability to manage day-to-day operations and performance, • Extensive experience in team and site management, including performance management, coaching, and managing staff absence., • Confident in attending power plant sites during ongoing operations, able to assess situations, take control, and actively engage to drive optimal outcomes.

Lead Mechanical Engineer / Reliability / Maintenance – Power Generation CHP / Power Station £90k - £120k plus 15 % bonus Car Allowance Pension About the Role — Mechanical Focused Version As a Power Generation Engineer, you will act as the mechanical and plant-systems subject matter expert supporting underwriting decisions and client risk reduction strategies. The role centres on evaluating the mechanical integrity, operational reliability, and failure exposure of power generation assets and associated balance-of-plant systems. You will provide technically grounded risk selection input and practical, engineering-driven loss prevention guidance. Main Responsibilities • Provide specialist mechanical engineering support to underwriters on Power Generation accounts, focusing on rotating equipment, thermal systems, and critical plant infrastructure., • Conduct detailed field surveys of operational and construction-stage power facilities, assessing mechanical condition, equipment reliability, maintenance practices, and failure vulnerabilities., • Inspect and evaluate boilers, turbines, generators, transformers, pressure systems, piping networks, cooling systems, and auxiliary mechanical equipment., • Review maintenance regimes, inspection intervals, shutdown practices, and condition monitoring programs to verify effectiveness of mechanical risk controls., • Identify single-point failures, mechanical degradation risks, and system design weaknesses that could lead to property damage or business interruption., • Develop engineering-based loss prevention and reliability improvement recommendations targeting mechanical failure modes and operational stresses., • Present technical findings to plant engineering and maintenance teams, focusing on equipment condition, failure scenarios, and mitigation actions., • Produce technically detailed survey reports using formal risk assessment methods, engineering calculations, and loss estimation tools., • Perform desktop mechanical risk reviews using drawings, P&IDs, maintenance data, inspection reports, and third-party technical documentation., • Translate mechanical risk findings into clear technical guidance for underwriters., • Manage technical survey programs for assigned clients, including service planning, coordination, technical reviews, and engineering stewardship meetings., • Produce Account Summary Reports with emphasis on mechanical reliability exposure and asset condition risk., • Peer review engineering survey reports for technical accuracy and mechanical risk coverage., • Analyze loss events from an engineering failure perspective, identifying root mechanical causes and preventive controls. What We’re Looking For Experience • 10+ years of hands-on industrial experience in power plant mechanical engineering, operations, or maintenance., • Direct experience with heavy rotating equipment and thermal systems such as steam turbines, gas turbines, boilers, heat recovery systems, and large transformers., • Strong practical knowledge of mechanical integrity, inspection, reliability engineering, and failure mechanisms., • Experience across multiple power generation technologies including thermal, combined cycle, nuclear, and renewable facilities., • Involvement in plant construction, commissioning, or major outage projects., • Experience performing mechanical condition assessments and reliability audits., • Prior work with insurers, risk engineering firms, or technical consultancies is beneficial., • Experience working across international sites and engineering cultures. Technical Skills & Qualifications • Degree-qualified Mechanical Engineer (or closely related discipline)., • Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, plant equipment design, and failure modes., • Practical understanding of maintenance strategies, inspection techniques, and condition monitoring methods., • Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, system layouts, and technical specifications., • Strong loss prevention and reliability engineering capability., • Additional languages are an advantage. Key Capabilities • Comfortable working in both office and heavy industrial plant environments., • Able to conduct detailed mechanical inspections involving extended walking, climbing, and working at elevation with PPE., • Strong technical writing and documentation skills with high attention to engineering detail., • Able to clearly explain mechanical risks and failure impacts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders., • Self-directed, analytical, and technically decisive., • Effective team contributor and field survey lead., • Able to deliver technical reports and account reviews on schedule., • Willing and able to travel internationally up to 90 days per year.

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