EfW Senior Maintenance Technician

Senior Mechanical Maintenance Technician

At SUEZ, we act for what truly matters for the environment, for society, and for the future. This is the place for people who want to make a real impact, not just watch from the side lines. Join us and help drive positive change through innovative solutions that build a more resilient and sustainable world.

SUEZ is looking for a Senior Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join our team at Severnside Energy Recovery Centre (SERC), Avonmouth. This is an exciting opportunity to work in the sustainability and energy recovery sector, helping transform waste into energy while reducing environmental impact.

You’ll join and lead a supportive, multi-skilled team where your contribution matters from day one. As an experienced Senior maintenance technician this role offers genuine responsibility, ongoing development, and the chance to build a rewarding career in sustainable operations

Salary: £42,142 - £52,680

Benefits: Circa £3000 on call allowance, 10% bonus and overtime, 5% employer pension, 25 days Holiday plus 8 bank holidays, plus Holiday buyback scheme, & Sick pay benefit.

Location: Severnside Energy Recovery Centre, Avonmouth

Hours: 37.5 hours a week, 07: 45 – 15:45, Mon-Fri

What will I be doing?

As a Senior Mechanical Maintenance Technician, you'll play a critical role in ensuring SERC operates safely, reliably and efficiently. Working within what is effectively a 40MWe power station, you'll lead mechanical maintenance activities, support operational excellence and help maximise plant availability while contributing to SUEZ's sustainability objectives.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and carrying out preventative, predictive and reactive mechanical maintenance across the facility.
• Leading, mentoring and developing junior members of the maintenance team to achieve high standards of performance and safety.
• Identifying and implementing improvements that enhance equipment reliability, plant efficiency and operational performance.

What are the requirements?

The successful Senior Mechanical Technician will be a skilled and confident Senior Mechanical Maintenance Technician with significant experience in a heavy industrial environment such as Energy from Waste (EfW), power generation, utilities, manufacturing, chemical processing or other process industries.

Essential requirements:

• Completion of a 4-year apprenticeship programme as a Mechanical Fitter or Mechanical Technician, with a minimum of 5 years' post-apprenticeship experience.
• NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Maintenance.
• BTEC Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Maintenance.
• HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• IOSH qualification and a strong understanding of health, safety and environmental legislation.

Desirable qualifications and experience for this senior-level position include:

MJI19 and MJI10 certifications.
SKF Precision Shaft Alignment.
VCAT II Vibration Analysis.
BFPA Industrial Hydraulics Level 2.
IFPS Fluid Power Certification.
Lean Yellow Belt.
CSWIP 3.0 Visual Weld Inspector.
ASME Plant Inspector.
Contractor Management Training.
IMechE Engineering Technician (EngTech) registration.

Who we are

At SUEZ, your career is a journey full of possibilities. With diverse roles across multiple activities and locations, we empower you to shape your own path. Here, you’re encouraged to learn, grow, and take ownership of your development because when you thrive, we all succeed.

At SUEZ, your work truly matters driving action and shaping a more resilient, sustainable future.