Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Technician Location: Avonmouth, Bristol Salary: up to £45,000 per annum plus progression opportunities Permanent | Full time | Site based Sector: oil & gas, chemical processing, energy, petrochemical, or other process industries.

We are seeking a junior or experienced, Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join a growing industrial operation at a newbuild LPG storage and export facility in Avonmouth. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing operation, develop your technical experience and work closely with the Senior Maintenance Supervisor.

Alongside hands-on maintenance and fault finding, you'll gain exposure to wider engineering responsibilities, with genuine potential to progress into a Senior Technician, Maintenance Supervisor or other senior engineering role over time.

Key Responsibilities Carry out planned and reactive mechanical maintenance activities across site equipment and assets. Fault find, diagnose, and repair mechanical systems to minimise downtime and maximise plant reliability.

Use CMMS systems to manage maintenance activities, record findings, and track asset performance. Conduct inspections and condition assessments of mechanical equipment. Work closely with operations teams to identify equipment reliability improvements and preventative maintenance solutions.

Source replacement parts and coordinate repairs where required. Supervise specialist contractors and ensure work is completed safely and to required standards. Assist with maintenance planning, shutdown activities, and project work.

Ensure compliance with all site health, safety, environmental, and permit-to-work procedures. Maintain accurate maintenance records and technical reports. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: A recognised Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship.

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification. A minimum of 5 years' post-apprenticeship maintenance experience within an industrial environment. Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities. Experience working with mechanical plant equipment and maintenance management systems.

Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications. A proactive approach to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently or within a team. Desirable Experience HNC, NVQ, or higher engineering qualification.

Experience within oil & gas, chemical processing, energy, petrochemical, or other process industries. Knowledge of condition monitoring techniques and lubrication best practices. Experience interpreting P&IDs and engineering drawings.

Understanding of Written Schemes of Examination (WSEs), pressure systems, and relevant industry codes of practice. Benefits In return for your skills and experience, you'll receive a competitive salary and an excellent bene...

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