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Operations Engineer

Neos Recruitment Ltd
Posted 17 days ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Bristol, City of Bristol BS1 6WS, England

Salary

£40,000 - £42,500 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The organization specializes in engineering, installation, and maintenance of low-carbon gas-fired Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems.
  • They are seeking an Operations Engineer for a full-time, permanent role, requiring a minimum of three years' industrial electrical experience.
  • The position offers a competitive salary with overtime rates and includes benefits such as 25 days of annual leave, a company pension, and private healthcare.
  • Key responsibilities include performing maintenance on heat and power systems, diagnosing faults, and participating in a 24-hour call-out rota.
  • Ideal candidates should hold an ONC, NVQ Level II, or City & Guilds Level 2 qualification in electrical engineering or a related field.

The organization specializes in engineering, installation, and maintenance of low-carbon gas-fired Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems, peaking plants, and standby diesel generators. With over 200 staff across the UK, Ireland, Australia, and India, they manage a significant portfolio of nearly 1GW in distributed generation, helping clients improve energy efficiency, reduce emissions, and enhance power resilience towards a net-zero future.

Position: Operations Engineer

This full-time, permanent role requires a skilled Operations Engineer to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. The role offers an opportunity to join a forward-thinking team in the low-carbon technology space.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary with overtime rates
  • 25 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays, with extended holiday entitlement based on service length
  • Company pension with employer contributions
  • Private healthcare and life insurance
  • Company-provided vehicle
  • Employee assistance program and cycle-to-work scheme

Role Overview

The Operations Engineer will be responsible for performing maintenance on heat and power systems, focusing on electrical system reliability and operational standards. Key responsibilities include:

  • Diagnosing faults and performing reactive maintenance
  • Conducting regular maintenance to optimize system performance
  • Participating in a 24-hour call-out rota for emergency response, including some weekends and after-hours work

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Minimum of three years' industrial electrical experience, ideally with expertise in PLC systems and electrical maintenance on gas/diesel engines
  • Proficient in IT and Microsoft Office
  • Holds at least an ONC, NVQ Level II, or City & Guilds Level 2 qualification in electrical engineering or a related field
  • Full, valid driving license

This role may also appeal to candidates with experience as Field Service Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, or Maintenance Technicians. 

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