Mechanical Technician
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HAVE YOU GOT SPIRIT?
In operation since 1985, Barrow Gas Terminal is a key piece of the UK’s energy infrastructure and forms part of the Morecambe Bay gas fields. The terminal has played a long‑standing role in processing and delivering natural gas, supporting both local employment and national energy supply.
With a focus on safety, environmental sustainability and community engagement, we believe in operational excellence at every stage of production. If you are ready to take the next step in your career with a dynamic and energetic team, then we are keen to hear from you.
THE OPPORTUNITY – MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN, BARROW GAS TERMINAL
The successful candidate will be required to undertake routine engineering maintenance and defect repair tasks to ensure the reliability and scheduled availability of operational plant and equipment associated with gas production/processing and condensate storage.
Duration: 6 month contract
Location: Barrow Gas Terminal
Rotation: 7 days on / 7 days off
Rate: £350/day PAYE
AND NOW FOR THE TECHNICAL BIT…
In role, you will be accountable for:
Executing routine and on-routine maintenance activities to the plant and equipment in accordance with agreed procedures and operational requirements to ensure the protection of plant, equipment and the safety of employees
Investigating complex technical problems relating to critical plant equipment, identifying solutions and acting to return plant to normal operating service
Preparing technical reports and maintaining appropriate records of activities within the recognised systems, for the benefit of future analysis and third-party audit.
Ensuring that safe working practices and procedures are adhered to within the area of work, and that appropriate perimetry is in place to ensure the protection of plant, equipment and the safety of employees.
ABOUT YOU
To be successful in this role you will have:
Good communication skills that allow for knowledge sharing which is clear and unambiguous.
A proven ability to work collaboratively within teams, across organizations and externally
Demonstrable experience in petrochemical process operations / maintenance
A sound understanding of engineering principles
A thorough knowledge of the procedures and process systems that ensure ongoing integrity of health, safety and environmental performance.
Training/Certification:
Minimum BTEC ONC in a Mechanical discipline
Mechanical CompEx
Preferred certification:
TMJI10 / TMJI19 Bolted Connections
SBT 01/02 Small Bore Tubing
Banksman Slinger Training
Forklift Training
But we’re not just about energy, we’re about Spirit.
At Spirit Energy, we are committed to creating an environment in which our team can thrive. Offering opportunities for career development, and fostering a community that prioritises inclusion, diversity, and equality, we are able to ensure everyone’s ideas are heard and valued.
We are looking for candidates who share our values, Agility, Collaboration, Care, Courage, and Delivery, and are excited about driving the energy industry forward.