Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Company: NRL Recruitment
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Location: Bristol
Job Description:

Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Technician

We’re looking for a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join a growing energy infrastructure project in Avonmouth. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role on a COMAH-regulated site during phase two of an exciting development. If you have experience in mechanical maintenance and thrive on solving technical problems, this role offers a chance to work on major rotating equipment in a dynamic industrial environment.

Salary: Paying up to £45,250 per annum.

Location and Working Pattern: Based on-site at Avonmouth. Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

  • Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and fault diagnosis on large generators and turbines.
  • Operate and maintain site equipment safely using a Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
  • Troubleshoot mechanical issues and repair faulty equipment using industry-standard tools and techniques.
  • Liaise with operations teams to identify improvement strategies for equipment reliability.
  • Supervise external contractors when needed and maintain high standards of work quality.
  • Prepare accurate maintenance reports and technical documentation.
  • Manage parts inventory and ensure timely replacement of critical components.
  • Adhere to strict health, safety and compliance standards at all times.

Requirements

  • Recognised mechanical apprenticeship and NVQ Level 3 qualification (minimum), with at least 5 years post-apprenticeship experience.
  • Strong mechanical maintenance background, ideally with rotating equipment experience.
  • COMAH site experience.
  • Excellent fault-finding and problem‑solving skills.
  • Ability to interpret P&IDs (Process & Instrumentation Diagrams).
  • Skilled in the use of maintenance systems (CMMS) and understanding of work permits.
  • Strong IT literacy, including Microsoft Excel and Office tools.

Nice‑to‑have Skills

  • Working knowledge of condition monitoring and lubrication best practice.
  • Experience in industrial process plants (oil, gas or chemicals) desirable but not essential.
  • Progression towards HNC or NVQ Level 4.

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.

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Posted: June 14th, 2026