Here at AMP, we are committed to supporting the energy transition by funding, developing, and delivering flexible energy solutions and helping businesses decarbonise. Our mission is to create a smarter energy future. We are relentless in our focus on tackling the central challenge of our age – the energy transition.
We have a fantastic opportunity for two Mechanical Site Engineers to join our Industrial Biomass team at our customer site in Stowmarket, helping deliver sustainable energy solutions for industrial operations.
Are you a skilled mechanical engineer with a hands-on approach and a passion for engineering excellence? Join us in a rewarding and technically challenging role at the forefront of the UK’s sustainable energy revolution.
Key Responsibilities:
Mechanical Maintenance and Operations:
- Carry out mechanical repairs, fault-finding and diagnostics across plant equipment
- Deliver planned preventative maintenance and routine inspections
- Support optimal plant performance through monitoring, adjustment and system checks
- Respond to steam outages, service interruptions and emergency call-outs
- Work closely with the client’s on-site teams to coordinate maintenance activities and minimise downtime.
Compliance and Reporting:
- Perform statutory checks, testing and maintenance in line with steam system, LTHW, combustion and fuel management regulations
- Monitor feed water and emissions to ensure environmental compliance
- Maintain detailed, audit-ready maintenance records using MMS and HSEQ systems
- Accurately document inspections, downtime, parts used and corrective actions, including photographic evidence where required
- Support audits, risk assessments and incident reporting.
HSEQ and Site Standards:
- Champion a strong safety culture aligned with AMP policies, procedures, and relevant legislation
- Promptly identify and escalate HSEQ concerns
- Support contractor management processes and permit-to-work systems
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping and site organisation
- Manage tools, equipment and critical spare parts to ensure operational readiness and efficiency.
What we are looking for:
We’re looking for a proactive and skilled engineer with a strong mechanical engineering background and experience working within operational or maintenance environments. You’ll thrive in a safety-critical setting, using your practical problem-solving skills to diagnose faults, carry out repairs, and support the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of biomass energy plant and associated equipment.
The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with a practical approach and a strong commitment to safety, reliability, and operational performance. We’re particularly interested in individuals who can demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and experience:
Essential:
- Mechanical Engineering qualification (City & Guilds, HNC, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
- Strong engineering background with practical experience in operational or maintenance environments
- Experience carrying out mechanical maintenance, fault-finding, and diagnostics across industrial plant equipment
- Experience working with steam systems, pumps, valves, and associated plant
- Biomass boiler operation and maintenance experience
- Strong understanding of HSEQ standards, safe systems of work, and permit-to-work processes
- Practical and methodical problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve issues safely and efficiently
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, contractors, and clients
- Flexible approach to operational requirements, including participation in an on-call rota
- Ability to maintain accurate maintenance records, reports, and documentation.
What will we offer in return?
We’ve built a culture founded on honesty, working hard, and enjoying ourselves. And we have created a workplace where everyone feels more connected, heard, and valued. You’ll receive, ongoing training and development, be encouraged to work towards relevant accreditations and be able to map out a clear journey of progression within your role. Our employee benefits include:
- Equivalent of 26 days annual leave entitlement (plus 8 days for public holidays)
- Life Insurance
- Employer pension contribution
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- Access to advice, counselling, and support
- Access to GP services
- Wellbeing tools and resources
- Shopping and lifestyle discounts
- Discounted gym membership.
Additional Information:
- Location: Muntons, Stowmarket, IP14 2AG (Candidates must live within 45 minutes of site to support on-call response)
- Competitive salary: To be discussed at interview
- Engineer Incentive Bonus: Earn up to £3,000 per year
Working Hours:
- Average of 40 paid hours per week (excluding breaks)
- Standard working hours are 08:00–17:00 with a 1-hour unpaid break
- Rotating 3-week shift pattern with scheduled days off built into the rota
- On-call rota shared across the engineering team, with additional standby allowance and overtime opportunities.
The role includes participation in an on-call rota to support operational continuity and emergency response.
- On-call standby allowance paid for rota participation
- Overtime paid at enhanced rates
- Time and a half on weekdays and Saturdays
- Double time on Sundays
- Minimum 4-hour payment for call-outs.
Safer Recruitment
In line with our commitment to safety and integrity, roles at AMP may require a DBS check as part of our safer recruitment process. We also verify qualifications and eligibility to work in the UK, ensuring a secure and equitable hiring journey.
Equal Opportunities
AMP is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities, striving to create an environment where everyone feels valued and heard. If you require reasonable adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition during the application or onboarding process, please contact us at [email protected]. We’re here to support your journey.
Pay: £44,000.00-£46,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Stowmarket IP14 2AG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Mechanical engineering: 2 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
