Technician

Technician Altera Recruitment Group is supporting a leading organisation within the renewable energy and industrial processing sector in the search for an experienced Engineering Technician. This role forms part of a multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of sophisticated production and process equipment. We are seeking a proactive technician with strong mechanical or electrical capability, a solutions-focused mindset, and the ability to support both routine operations and reactive maintenance in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities * Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on a wide range of production, process, and site infrastructure equipment. * Respond promptly to equipment faults, coordinating repair efforts to minimise downtime. * Maintain accurate engineering records, asset information, and maintenance logs using the company’s digital systems. * Collaborate with suppliers and contractors, ensuring compliant working practices and effective delivery of engineering tasks. * Support ongoing improvement initiatives, contributing to increased operational efficiency and enhanced plant performance. Candidate Requirements * Recognised qualification in mechanical or electrical engineering, or equivalent hands-on industry experience. * Proven background in maintenance engineering, ideally with exposure to complex process or industrial machinery. * Ability to interpret technical drawings and apply safe working practices across all tasks. * Competence in using maintenance management systems and associated IT tools. * Full UK driving licence and willingness to participate in an out-of-hours call-out rota. What’s on Offer * Competitive salary in the region of £35,000–£40,000, depending on experience. * Stable, full-time role with 42.5 hours per week plus participation in a structured on-call rotation. * Opportunity to work within a specialised engineering team supporting innovative, sustainability-focused operations. * Professional development through exposure to diverse plant systems and ongoing engineering projects. * Supportive working culture with clear progression pathways and the chance to broaden technical expertise