Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic Maintenance team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for recent graduates to develop their skills and expertise in engineering maintenance on site, as well as actively support the development of a reliability centred maintenance culture in partnership with the operations team.
About Us
Established since 1929, ALVANCE British Aluminium, part of the GFG Alliance, owns and operates the last remaining aluminium production plant (smelter) in the UK and a connected hydropower electricity generation station located on the slopes of Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain. A combination or renewable energy sources makes this site one of the greenest metal production plants in the country
Working with Us
We work collaboratively with high energy and ambition to develop sustainable growth plans for our business, our future and our careers.
We are committed to uncompromising levels of safety, strong customer-centricity and diversity. Our people are our greatest asset.
If your true passion in life is to help create a better world through the work that you do, we would encourage you to think about Alvance British Aluminium, part of GFG Alliance You will have the opportunity to thrive, make a difference and leave a legacy to both industry and society.
Duties
- Comply with all company policies and procedures.
- Assist the team to identify changing / engineering standards I legislation which require site action / compliance.
- Lead and support smaller engineering maintenance projects across the smelter complex.
- Provide support and training to diagnose and fault-find equipment failures as required.
- Ensure all written isolation procedures are followed, involving multiple points of isolation to control hazardous energy.
- Identify the quickest and most cost-effective, long-term solution to remedial activity.
- Instil a reliability focused culture within direct reports, and maintenance function.
- Ensure all electrical equipment is maintained to current statutory, regulatory and company standards.
- Coordinate auditing systems to ensure engineering compliance on the site as required.
- Lead site reliability projects using recognised lean principles.
- Assist the coaching of the maintenance team to ensure competency and delivery standards.
- Manage external engineering contractors in line with health & safety, cost, time and quality expectations
- Support the Engineering team on new equipment installation, providing long-term maintenance input.
- Ensure all tasks completed within the department are carried out to the required health safety and environmental standards.
- Work in a safe manner, avoid taking unnecessary risks and avoid improvisation which entails risk.
- Ensure that all accidents and incidents are investigated thoroughly, with robust action put in place to prevent recurrence.
- Give clear instructions which incorporate safety aspects and ensure they are adhered to.
- Conduct as and when any other HSEQ related activities that is required by the business
Person Specification
- Basic understanding of health, safety and environmental Legislation
- Outstanding written and oral communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to write technical reports and documentation
- Degree qualified minimum
Hours of Work
Monday to Thursday 0800 - 16:30
Friday 0800 - 1300
Benefits and Reward
We can offer you the opportunity to be part of a strong and talented team, taking part in rewarding work, with supported learning and development, along with an excellent work-life balance.
For your commitment, drive and outstanding performance you will be rewarded with
- Basic salary: £33,280
- All specialised training provided
- Bonus Scheme
- Company pension contribution from 4% up to 9%
- AVIVA Life Assurance (6 times the salary)
- BHSF Cash Health Care Plan
- Onsite gym and access to a variety of Employee wellness initiatives
- Employee Assistance Program
- Education Support Grant, £1000 for each child in university paid annually
- Cycle to work Scheme
- Employee Reward and recognition programme
- Employee Discounts – Inclusive rewards (Salary sacrifice scheme, discounts, cashback
This role does not provide VISA Sponsorship.
Closing date for this position is 12th June 2026
Pay: £33,280.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Bereavement leave
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Gym membership
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Fort William PH33 6TH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person
