Operations Engineer
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Birmingham |
| Area | West Midlands, England |
| Sector | Water & Environmental |
| Salary | £37,477 per year |
| Currency | gbp |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | 170262 |
| Job Views | 8 |
- Description
Operations Engineer
£37,477 - With attractive overtime rates available
UK (National ) - Location is national there is a lot of travelling throughout mainland GB
Monday - Friday, 8.00 am - 4.30 pm
This role will involve weekend work and possible out-of-hours work. You will be required to participate in an established 24-hour callout program based on a rota system
About the Organisation
A leading international power generation specialist is delivering innovative low-carbon, cost-effective energy and battery storage solutions across global markets. Using a range of fuel sources including biogas, natural gas, and landfill gas, the organisation supports clients in improving energy efficiency, reducing emissions, and progressing towards net zero targets.With a highly skilled workforce and international operations, the business combines advanced technology, in-house capability, and strong customer focus to deliver reliable, tailored energy solutions and exceptional after-sales support across both public and industrial sectors.At the heart of the organisation is a commitment to excellence, responsibility, and sustainability, with safety as the top priority. Core values underpin every aspect of the business.
The Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Attractive overtime rates
- 25 days' annual leave plus local Statutory Holidays
- Enhanced Holiday Entitlement based on length of service
- Company pension scheme with attractive employer contribution percentage
- Company van
- Private healthcare scheme
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Career development opportunities
- Continued investment in employee training to further enhance knowledge, expertise and
- creativity
This is a brilliant opportunity for a qualified engineer with strong mechanical and electrical expertise to join our innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
With an exciting and varied workload across diverse sites and industries, you'll enjoy the satisfaction of tackling complex challenges, honing your technical skills, and playing a vital role in ensuring our power solutions keep businesses running and communities connected.
What's more, you'll be part of a collaborative team that values your expertise and invests in your growth as you gain access to ongoing training, career progression opportunities, and the latest tools and technology while helping clients achieve their net zero ambitions!
The Role
As an Operations Engineer, you'll take responsibility for maintaining and repairing gas and diesel engine installations at client sites throughout the UK.
Carrying out scheduled and reactive maintenance, you will undertake fault-finding both locally and remotely and play a key role in keeping systems running smoothly across a wide range of sites.
You'll also diagnose technical issues, implement first-time fixes where possible, and ensure all work is completed in line with the manufacturer's instructions and service schedules.
Additionally, you will:
- Oversee the servicing and maintenance of engines and ancillary equipment
- Plan resources and parts for repairs
- Co-ordinate with parts and service teams to support successful after-sales contracts
- Liaise with contractors, third parties, and colleagues
About You
To be considered as an Operations Engineer, you'll need:
- At a minimum, an ONC, NVQ Level II or City & Guilds Level 2 qualification in mechanical/electrical engineering, motor vehicle studies or equivalent
- To be a competent, time-served technician, preferably with a minimum of 3 years' industrial mechanical/electrical experience
- Considerable skills and in-depth knowledge of gas/diesel engines
- Effective IT skills and competency in the use of Microsoft Office Packages
- A full, valid driving licence
