Mechanical Technician

Job Title: Mechanical Technician

Department: Operations

Location: Buncefield, Hemel Hempstead

Join Our Team at BPA: Officially Where it’s a Great Place to Work!

About BPA:

At BPA, we are at the forefront of the hydrocarbon transport and storage industry, proudly owned 50/50 by BP and Shell - two of the world's leading oil majors. With around 180 dedicated professionals across the UK, we play a vital role in “Keeping the UK Moving 24/7/365” by operating a variety of onshore facilities and provide our renowned operational and engineering consultancy services worldwide. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our lively membership in key industry bodies and our adherence to internationally accredited standards.

Our People:

What sets BPA apart is our people. Our clients choose us for our professionalism, capability, and depth of experience. With over a century of combined industry knowledge, our Leadership team is passionate about developing the potential of our staff. We invest heavily in ongoing training and development to ensure our teams not only have fulfilling careers but also deliver ‘best in class’ technical advice and services to our clients.

What's the Job About?

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician to maintain the integrity of mechanical systems across our COMAH Top Tier and Lower Tier storage terminals and pipeline systems. You’ll play a key role in ensuring operational safety, plant availability, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance, inspections, and repairs on mechanical systems, ensuring 98% plant availability.
• Lead and document planned maintenance schedules using the company’s asset management system.
• Respond to breakdowns, including participation in a 24/7 call-out rota.
• Conduct fault-finding on mechanical and EC&I systems within competency.
• Supervise and issue permits under BPA’s Permit to Work system.
• Support engineering projects from planning through execution.
• Engage with emergency services and statutory bodies during incidents.
• Source and manage suppliers for maintenance requirements.

What do we need from you:

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant mechanical discipline OR significant demonstrable mechanical experience.
• Practical understanding of Health & Safety in industrial environments.
• Experience in fault analysis, maintenance, and emergency response.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Comfortable working under pressure and outside of regular hours when required.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable:

• Completed indentured mechanical apprenticeship.
• Previous experience in hazardous process industries (COMAH sites preferred).

Salary

Basic salary of £30,000 - £35,000 + standby allowance + company van + benefits

What’s on offer:

• Generous pension (up to 12% employer contribution, 2% employee)
• Annual bonus scheme (up to 12% of annual salary)
• Life insurance (4x annual salary)
• 28 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• Family friendly policies
• Employee assistance support scheme
• Various well-being initiatives
• Tools/Equipment
• Company van
• Salary £30,000 - £35,000 + standby allowance

Apply today and become a vital part of a team that literally Keeps the UK Moving 24/7/365!

Diversity & Inclusion

We know that diverse teams drive innovation and excellence. Research shows that women, people of colour, and other underrepresented groups may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every requirement. At BPA, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every detail in the job description, we encourage you to still apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.