Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (Industrial Plant) Needham Market (Site-Based) £43,000 – £46,000 Call-Out Overtime We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a leading renewable energy company, supporting operations on a large industrial site near Needham Market. This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer looking to move into a more complex, site-based plant environment within the growing renewable energy sector.  The RoleAs a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for the maintenance, operation and performance of industrial biomass boiler systems supplying heat to a major manufacturing facility. This is a hands-on role suited to a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer with experience in plant, steam, or heavy industrial environments.  Key Responsibilities Carry out planned and reactive maintenance as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer on industrial boiler systems Maintain and repair mechanical components including pumps, valves, pipework, steam and hydraulic systems Monitor plant performance and input operational data into control systems Respond to breakdowns and participate in an on-call rota Support fuel handling and site operations Ensure all maintenance, inspection and compliance records are accurately completed Work closely with site teams and subcontractors to maintain plant performance Requirements Qualified Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (NVQ Level 3 / C&G / HNC or equivalent) Background in industrial environments such as manufacturing, energy, facilities, or process plant Experience working with boilers, steam systems or heavy mechanical plant Willingness to work on-call as part of a rota Desirable Experience with SCADA or PLC systems Biomass or industrial boiler experience BOAS qualification Experience in 24/7 operational environments Package & Benefits Salary: £43,000 – £46,000 On-call allowance: £165 per week (£2,800 annually) Overtime rates: 1.5x (Saturday) 2x (Sunday) Minimum 4 hours paid per call-out Permanent role with a growing renewable energy company Working Pattern Week 1: Monday–Sunday (on-call week) Week 2: Wednesday–Friday Week 3: Monday–Friday Process Stage 1: Teams interview Stage 2: Site visit with practical assessment Why Apply?If you’re a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer looking for a role that offers long-term stability, technical variety, and exposure to renewable energy systems, this is a fantastic opportunity to work on critical industrial infrastructure. Orion Midlands  INDMAN