Support Technician

Support Technician

Altera Recruitment Group is recruiting a versatile and proactive Business Support Technician for one of their Power Generation clients. This dynamic role requires a hands-on professional who can operate across multiple departments, including operations, maintenance, and fuel handling, providing front-line support to ensure the plant runs efficiently and safely.

Key Responsibilities

* Deliver operational and maintenance support across mechanical, electrical, control, and instrumentation disciplines, contributing to plant availability and reliability targets.

* Conduct routine inspections, operational checks, fault diagnosis, and minor repairs in line with agreed maintenance plans and CMMS procedures.

* Support the fuel handling team in daily operations, including supervision, first-line maintenance, and adherence to safety and environmental standards.

* Assist in the management of spare parts inventory, ensuring availability to support operational continuity.

* Uphold health, safety, and environmental policies, participate in site HSE initiatives, and contribute to incident investigations to embed learning across the site.

Candidate Requirements

* ONC, City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant craft skill, with substantial practical maintenance experience.

* Proven experience in mechanical or EC&I maintenance within industrial or process plant environments, preferably within biomass or thermal power sectors.

* Competence in operating forklifts, telescopic handlers, overhead cranes, and traffic management or weighbridge systems.

* Strong IT literacy, including CMMS systems, Excel, and report writing; excellent communication skills in English.

* Full UK driving licence and demonstrable ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities, and take ownership of responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

What’s on Offer

* Competitive salary of £31,000–£35,000 per annum, subject to experience.

* Standard hours of 40 per week (day shifts) with call-out support on a best endeavours basis, paid at 1.5× for a minimum of four hours.

* Generous annual leave entitlement: 26 days plus 8 bank holidays.

* Access to an Employee Assistance Programme covering medical and dental support.

* Opportunity to participate in a Salary Sacrifice electric vehicle scheme.

If you are a motivated, adaptable, and hands-on professional looking to progress your career in the renewable energy sector, we would love to hear from you