Lead Maintenance Technician

CompanyVTTI

LocationMarket Harborough, England, United Kingdom

Posted At1/6/2026

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Occupation Type

Metal working production and maintenance fitters

Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled

Sponsorship Salary Threshold

£41,700 (£21.38 per hour)

Standard minimum applies

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Description

About VIDA Bioenergy

VIDA Bioenergy develops and operates biomethane plants in the UK, Netherlands and Poland. With operational sites in place and a strong development pipeline, VTTI has already invested over $100M in RNG projects and expects to exceed $500M as new plants are built. Our new Wormslade facility (60 GWh/year) will begin commissioning in early 2026, with full production expected by summer 2026. The site will also produce organic fertiliser products and will later integrate a biogenic liquid CO₂ recovery unit. Biomethane is a proven low-carbon technology essential to the net-zero transition.

Job Summary

As a key member of the Wormslade Plant team you will be responsible for leading the maintenance of our biomethane plant in Market Harborough. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will have safety and engineering responsibility for the day to day on plant maintenance activities which you and third-party contractors will conduct with support from the operations team. As we expand and construct more sites you may occasionally be required to provide support to other sites (travel and expenses paid). The successful candidate will also be capable of self-starting, using their initiative and being hands on to deliver solutions and drive plant reliability.

Experience

Several years working at an AD facility, ideally at a senior maintenance level is essential
Sound knowledge Software control , Mechanical , and Electrical maintenance requirements
Experience of using modern HMI control systems on automated plant is essential
Effective trouble shooting abilities
Outstanding planning skills
Exceptional leadership and team building qualities

Duties

Responsible for all maintenance activities at the VIDA bioenergy Wormslade biomethane site
Be responsible for the adherence to site rules, completion of assigned routines and safety performance of all maintenance tasks including contractors whilst working on site
Own, develop and deliver the plant maintenance strategy to support plant performance
Be responsible for the planning and accurate recording of all maintenance activities with the site CMMS system
Supervise and support contractor activities on site and lead Contractor Management on site
On Call on rotation basis for any alarms
Lead the planning and preparation for major overhauls and maintenance events with support from the operations team

Support the Plant Manager to ensure that business needs are safely and efficiently delivered in a timely manner

Support the Plant Manager, assisting with plant equipment troubleshooting and implementing solutions, applying a continuous improvement mindset

Support the Plant Manager with the raising and goods receiving of maintenance related purchase orders

Ensure maintenance spend is controlled and excellent value for money is achieved through appropriate contractor and materials selection

Deputise for the Plant Manager if required to cover holidays and absence

Share the ownership for site housekeeping and support the Lead Plant Operator to keep the site clean and tidy

Produce simple monthly reports relating to maintenance activities, training plans for direct reports, and data handling for EA reporting requirements

Safety

To report any hazards and unsatisfactory observations / behaviours of staff and contractors to line manager
Be proactive in Near Miss reporting
Be involved in HSE root cause analysis investigations and participate in HSE meetings

Working Hours

Working hours will be day based within the normal Monday to Friday weekly period.
08:00 – 17:00 with 1 hour unpaid break
Some flexibility is needed and may be required to cover occasional extended day working
Call out requirements on rotation
Some flexibility is needed
Site key holder duties

Benefits

Pension: 5% employer / 4% employee
25 days holiday
Overtime payments
Sick pay
Free parking
Bonus up to 10%

Apply Now

Apply via LinkedIn (motivation letter above CV) or Email your application to: imh@vtti.com

Attn: Shiva Ahmadi – Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, VTTI/VIDA