Combined Heat and Power Engineer (Mechanical Technician)
Centrica
Maintain and repair CHP plant equipment on site, handling breakdowns, services, and client liaison.
17 days ago ago
£38,589 - £44,829
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Flexible | Greater London | Cambridgeshire
Hybrid
Company Size
21,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Infrastructure
Utilities
Nuclear
Renewables
Role
What you would be doing
utilities maintenance
system troubleshooting
schedule management
process improvement
spare parts
service attendance
- Operate, monitor, and maintain utilities including HVAC, WFI, purified water, and process equipment
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical systems in line with SOPs and safety policies
- Manage your own diary, including oil store drops, collections, and part pickups from your designated collection box
- Support engineers in developing methods to improve facilities processes
- Maintain and secure spare parts inventory and recommend tools/equipment to improve efficiency
- Attend services, breakdowns, part replacement or engine rebuilds.
What you bring
mechanical qualification
rotating equipment
engine experience
field service
uk licence
chp
- Excellent housekeeping standards
- Strong health & safety awareness
- Skilled in customer/client communication
- Strong problem-solving ability
- Self-motivated with a strong eye for detail
- Mechanical craft qualification or higher (C&G, NVQ, ONC, HNC)
- Knowledge of rotating equipment
- Experience with engines such as MTU, CAT, Perkins, MAN, Mercedes, MWM
- Comfortable working independently or as part of a team
- Experience in field service roles on reciprocating engines or generators
- Full UK drivers licence (no more than 6 points)
- Working on CHP plants or generators
- Ability to strip and repair engines to component level
- No two days are the same you’ll work across a wide variety of sites including universities, leisure centres, hotels, hospitals, and even Powergen sites supporting the electrical grid.
- Vehicle maintenance
- Benefits Package linked to Pension
- We’ve recently invested in a new fleet of vans to support your day-to-day travel.
- Laptop & Mobile Phone
- Progression of pay grading
- 25 days holidays per annum + 8 bank holidays
- On-Call payment (£400 a week before call out, calls out paid @150% for hours worked.)
- Share Option scheme
- £10 per contact when on call
- £38,589+ Overtime paid at 150%
- Bonus System (Between 10% and up to a maximum of 25% of base salary)
- Company Contributory Pension
- Company Vehicle
- We offer extensive training in electrics, gas, and generators, including support to gain your Gas Safe qualification. Plus system controls training, dedicated engine manufacturer training and much more.
- You’ll be part of a friendly, knowledgeable team who support each other and enjoy regular team nights out to keep our bond strong.
- Full Company uniform
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Company
Overview
- Centrica was established in 1997 through the demerger of British Gas plc and operates as a multinational energy and services company.
- The company operates across the energy value chain, including production, trading, storage, and sales of gas and electricity.
- It holds a portfolio of assets, including renewable energy infrastructure and customer-focused solutions like heat pump installations and EV chargers.
- Centrica's key brands include British Gas, Bord Gáis Energy, and Centrica Business Solutions.
- Recent financial highlights show adjusted operating profits of over £3 billion and strong free cash flow.
- It has made substantial investments in renewable energy with over 11.6 GW under management.
- Centrica also plays a significant role in decarbonization efforts, including ambitions to reach net-zero emissions by 2045.
- Purpose-driven culture energizing a greener, fairer future.
- Commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction.
- Focus on operational excellence and inclusive workplaces.
- Guided by strong ethical foundations and governance.
- Committed to achieving net-zero business operations by 2045.
- Aims to help customers reach net zero by 2050.
- Manages over 11.6 GW of renewable energy capacity.
- Focuses on investments in storage, heat pumps, and EV charger rollouts.
- Leader on climate change action with CDP 'A' Grade ranking.
- Drives flexibility in energy systems for decarbonization.
- Ranked in The Times Top 50 Employers for Women.
- Supports diversity with goals for 48% female and 18% ethnically diverse leadership by 2030.
- Targets 3,500 apprenticeships to boost under-represented groups.
- Prioritizes inclusive hiring processes for ex-service personnel.
- Promotes work-life balance with initiatives like fertility support programs.
- Encourages employees to volunteer 7,200 days annually.
- Has a structured People & Planet Plan fostering inclusive communities.
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