Mechanical Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
Full Circle Generation owns and operates an advanced thermal treatment facility in Belfast, playing a vital role in sustainable energy generation and waste recovery. We are seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to support the Engineering Manager in leading, coordinating and developing the mechanical maintenance function, ensuring the highest levels of plant reliability, availability and performance while maintaining exceptional standards of safety, quality and environmental compliance.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious engineer who is looking to take genuine ownership of a critical power generation facility. The position offers end-to-end responsibility, encompassing both hands-on technical troubleshooting and strategic reliability improvements. We are looking for an individual who will take full ownership of plant performance and drive measurable improvements.
Location: Full Circle Generation, Belfast
Salary: £50,000- £60,000 based on experience
Hours of work: Normal working hours are 40 hours, distributed 7:00am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday. Occasional overtime as required.
About this role
Duties & Responsibilities
Implement and deliver Health, Safety & Environmental management policies
Manage performance of designated Safe System of Work responsibilities as defined by the FCG Electrical and Mechanical Safety Rules
Have active participation in site Safety meetings
Assist in the development and implementation of the site Computerised Maintenance Management System
Day-to-day management, supervision, planning, and co-ordination of departmental activities
Manage development and delivery of maintenance techniques and procedures directed at increasing overall plant availability and performance
Manage performance of troubleshooting, routine, scheduled and major repair maintenance on all site mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Manage quality control of all work associated with departmental activities on site, including supervision and control of sub-contractor works as required
Carry out root cause analysis, develop a ‘first-time-fix’ ethos
Manage quality control of all work associated with departmental activities on site, including supervision and control of sub-contractor works as required
Improve and nurture contract partner relationship and their ownership: demonstrated in quality, housekeeping, safety records
Support outage planning, co-ordination and management
Deputise for the Engineering Manager in their absence
To apply please forward an up-to-date cv clearly outlining how you meet the above criteria before the closing date. A full job description is available on request.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake a medical assessment (to include a D&A test) upon offer.
FCG reserve the right to enhance the criteria in the event of an unprecedented response.
FCG are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
We will consider any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.
What you will need
Required criteria
- Degree in a Mechanical Engineering discipline (Candidates with a relevant HNC/HND and significant, demonstrable experience in a senior mechanical engineering role within heavy industry may also be considered.)
- Experience of PSSR and LOLER certification
- Experience in the operation and/or maintenance of steam powered electricity generation equipment (including knowledge and understanding of health, safety and environmental legislation)
- Experience of Electricity Supply Industry standard Safe Systems of work, Safety Rules and Permit for Work Systems
- Comprehensive, practical experience in the preventative maintenance and defect repair / interrogation on process related mechanical equipment
- Full understanding of P&IDs and mechanical drawings, and the ability to read hydraulic, pneumatic and isometric diagrams
Desired criteria
- NEBOSH or IOSH qualification
- Strong, demonstrable experience with critical rotating plant, including heavy-duty industrial fans, pumps, and associated auxiliary systems. Experience with steam turbines—including governors, lube-oil systems, and vacuum systems
Skills needed for this job opportunity
Continuous Improvement
Regulatory Compliance
Decision Making
Leadership
