Senior Plant Engineer

Hemiko are seeking a Senior Engineer (Plant) to work under/with our Technical Manager to learn and develop while delivering value to the Operations Department.

Specifically, the successful candidate will have a strong competency within the commercial gas field, with 3 years working as a Plant Engineer.

They need to have experience maintaining and operating commercial non-gas plant, e.g., pumps, valves, strainers, would be beneficial.

The role will be varied, undertaking mechanical PPMs, reactive call outs, planned repairs and project work, to further improve reliability and network efficiency across the fleet of networks we operate.

in district heating networks is preferred but not essential.

The compact nature of the business and our rapid growth means that the candidate has significant opportunity to develop their career in a friendly environment working with and alongside a broadly experienced team of commercial professionals of varying levels.

We are looking for someone who is organised, self-motivated, and positive in their outlook.

The company is relatively small but with very fast growth trajectory over the coming 3 years and beyond.

The candidate will be able to work as part of a functional commercial team and the project team(s) to which they are assigned and take ownership and fulfil their tasks to a high standard and on time.

The candidate will need to be comfortable communicating with team members, as well as external clients and their respective site-based teams.

They will be personable and a good communicator.

We will want you to join our journey toward a more environmentally and technically responsible and effective way of delivering energy systems; moving away from conventional processes into a more innovative and free-thinking environment.

Our business culture promotes this approach with a persistent willingness to listen to new ideas and explore new solutions.

• Working under the direct supervision of our Technical Manager
• Completion of planned preventative maintenance activities in line with company maintenance schedules (pumps, actuators, plate heat exchangers, pressurisation units, degassers)
• Repair and reinstatement of commercial plant (as per above)
• Completion of fault finding and repairs to commercial plant and other equipment including pumps and pipework
• Attend reactive call-outs to sites to reinstate heat and resolve plant failures
• Take part in an on-call rota and attend callouts (typically 1 week in 4)
• Review root causes for plant failure (resolve operational issues which arise)
• Management of site-based project work and development of the scope of works for plant remediation.
• Safe isolation of equipment before commencing works
• Be a Brand Ambassador (specialist in certain model/manufacturer of relevant equipment)
• Proactive in recognising H&S improvements and Incentives.
• Consistently working autonomously & often providing technical support to other members of the team line
• Good communication with the team always
• Ensure maintenance system records are kept up to date to ensure accurate and secure records. This will involve the completion of clear and concise online work orders.

• 3 years of experience working as a Commercial Plant Engineer or in a similar capacity
• NVQ Level 2-3 in Gas or Plumbing.
• Knowledge of heat network energy centers and plantrooms.
• Able to read technical drawings e.g., P&IDs & mechanical schematics.
• Electrical competency (basic).
• Competent with safe isolation (mechanical and electrical).
• Full UK driving license (valid for at least 12 months)

Remuneration and Info

• Remuneration: Base £42,750-50,000 (depending on experience).
• Discretionary bonus based on individual and business performance.
• Private usage on company vehicle.
• An inclusive culture that promotes diversity.
• Holidays 25 days a year plus statutory holidays - with an option to purchase, or sell, up to an additional 5 days per annual leave year.
• Pension plan provision.
• Private health care scheme available.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Electric car lease scheme.
• Health and well-being support.
• Continuing learning and development opportunities.
• Company laptop/tablet/mobile phone, etc.
• 40 hour work week.
• Will be required to work on the on-call rota

To apply, please complete the online application form on BambooHR.

However, for an informal chat please contact:

Dan Blake, Field Service Manager Dan.Blake@hemiko.com and/or Toby Powell, Operations Director: Toby.Powell@hemiko.com