Wolviston are currently recruiting a Mechanical Technician on behalf of our client, a leading operator in the chemical, oil and gas sector.

This position plays a key role in maintaining the reliability and safety of mechanical systems within a COMAH-regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive mechanical maintenance across site equipment.
• Repair and maintain rotating equipment including pumps, seals, bearings and associated systems.
• Maintain valves, pressure safety devices and pipeline equipment.
• Support tank inspections including mechanical isolations and boxing/unboxing activities.
• Carry out hazardous area mechanical inspections.
• Assist with lifting operations, rigging and maintenance of cranes and winches.
• Support fire pump testing and safety-critical equipment routines.
• Ensure all maintenance work is completed in accordance with site safety procedures and permit systems.
• Record maintenance activities within the CMMS system.

• NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent apprenticeship.
• Experience within oil & gas, petrochemical, or chemical environments.
• Experience maintaining pumps, valves and rotating equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs.
• Mechanical CompEx 11 certification desirable.
• ECITB MJI certification advantageous.