Maintenance Engineer

Help us to make a world of difference

Urenco offers a rare expertise in enriching uranium for the civil nuclear industry. In fact, we are the only company with the capability to do this at four sites across the world.

As a global leader in the production of low carbon energy, we work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world.

This transformational vision opens up unique and exciting opportunities to build a dynamic, energising, and rewarding career.

And right now, we’re looking for a Maintenance Engineer for a 18 month Fixed Term Contract. Based at our Capenhurst site location you’ll work as part of the Maintenance Team to identify opportunities for improvements within Maintenance in order for the department to work more efficiently and effectively. To provide technical advice and support to the Maintenance teams and to manage contracts to seek optimal value to the business. To maintain, sustain and improve site systems – inclusive of support / submission / management of minor and major capital investment projects.

What will your day look like?

• Lead efforts to increase the efficiency of the department.
• Manage small technical projects in accordance to correct procedures.
• Evaluate Maintenance Process

-          Collate improvement opportunities.

-          Evaluate and prioritise maintenance process opportunities.

-          Evaluate and prioritise technical opportunities.

• Provide technical support to the Maintenance Department
• Root cause analysis
• Detailed analysis on plant systems
• . Lead problem solving sessions and drive completion of actions.
• Research equipment / components.
• Training / development

-          Highlights opportunities for on-the-job training

-          Provides technical on the job training to Maintenance personnel.

-          Provide input for training to all end users for any new and modified systems.

• Lessons learned.

-          Lessons learned from experience are documented and archived.

-          Lessons learned are communicated internally and externally.

• Improves the performance of the Maintenance Teams
• Responding to complex breakdowns

What do you need to be great at this role?

• Degree in Engineering, Science or Technical Discipline
• Member of Engineering Institute
• Incorporated Engineer status (IEng)
• Other specialisms depending on engineering role (legionella, asbestos, site systems).
• Experience in structured problem solving and route cause analysis.
• Good communication and customer liaison skills to be able to identify and understand requirements and to gain confidence in solutions provided.
• Ability to communicate in non-specialist, business focused terms.
• Proficient in the use of site computer systems and applications as appropriate for the role (e.g. Microsoft word, SAP, email)
• Business awareness & commercial focussed
• In-depth knowledge of all maintenance activities carried out on site.
• Familiarity with technical documentation requirements in a highly regulated environment
• In-depth knowledge of maintenance working instructions, permits and procedures to ensure all standards are met.
• The capability of understanding electrical drawings, instrumentation drawings, mechanical drawings, and Process Flow Diagrams.

What can you expect from us?

More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper. Urenco powers the possibilities that let you make the most of your day to day – and shape your own tomorrow.

We reward your contribution with industry-leading pay – and that’s just the start.

An exceptional range of physical and mental wellbeing, financial, and lifestyle benefits flex around the things you find most important in life. Like the idea of travelling overseas? We can make that happen too. And our annual global awards bring us together to celebrate our outstanding work achievements.

We’re well aware that being the best company possible starts with helping you become the best you can be in your career.

We’re also committed to helping you achieve work-life balance. So you can count on us to deliver the personal development resources you need to gain new qualifications, learn new skills, and open new possibilities.

• Annual leave starting at 25 days, which increases by one day for every two years of service up to a maximum of 30 days. In addition, you will be able to accrue 13 additional days off to be used flexibly.
• A diverse range of family friendly policies.
• A generous bonus scheme.  
• A defined contribution pension scheme; with up to 16% employer’s contribution.
• Flexible benefits package; including life assurance and income protection. In addition, you’ll have an opportunity to purchase additional benefits that suit your lifestyle and take advantage of tax and NI savings.
• Education and training; we take pride in helping people learn and develop by supporting, accelerating and directing your learning. As well as the completion of mandatory health and safety courses, training packages will be offered to meet your specific needs.

Please be aware that this role is subject to security clearance and medical, drug and alcohol testing prior to start.

Our Promise

As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. And we support an array of dedicated initiatives, activities, and employee networks to nurture a positive and inspiring work experience.  

Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.

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