Lead Maintenance Technician
Maintenance Manager – Wormslade (VIDA Bioenergy, UK)
Full-time | Permanent | On-site (Market Harborough)
About VIDA Bioenergy
VIDA Bioenergy develops and operates biomethane plants in the UK, Netherlands and Poland. With operational sites in place and a strong development pipeline, VTTI has already invested over $100M in RNG projects and expects to exceed $500M as new plants are built.
Our new Wormslade facility (60 GWh/year) will begin commissioning in early 2026, with full production expected by summer 2026.
Job Summary
As a key member of the Wormslade Plant team you will be responsible for leading the maintenance of our biomethane plant in Market Harborough. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will have safety and engineering responsibility for the day to day on plant maintenance activities which you and third-party contractors will conduct with support from the operations team. As we expand and construct more sites you may occasionally be required to provide support to other sites (travel and expenses paid). The successful candidate will also be capable of self-starting, using their initiative and being hands on to deliver solutions and drive plant reliability.
Experience
- Several years working at an AD facility, ideally at a senior maintenance level is essential
- Sound knowledge Software control , Mechanical , and Electrical maintenance requirements
- Experience of using modern HMI control systems on automated plant is essential
- Effective trouble shooting abilities
- Outstanding planning skills
- Exceptional leadership and team building qualities
Duties
- Responsible for all maintenance activities at the VIDA bioenergy Wormslade biomethane site
- Be responsible for the adherence to site rules, completion of assigned routines and safety performance of all maintenance tasks including contractors whilst working on site
- Own, develop and deliver the plant maintenance strategy to support plant performance
- Be responsible for the planning and accurate recording of all maintenance activities with the site CMMS system
- Supervise and support contractor activities on site and lead Contractor Management on site
- On Call on rotation basis for any alarms
- Lead the planning and preparation for major overhauls and maintenance events with support from the operations team
- Support the Plant Manager to ensure that business needs are safely and efficiently delivered in a timely manner
- Support the Plant Manager, assisting with plant equipment troubleshooting and implementing solutions, applying a continuous improvement mindset
- Support the Plant Manager with the raising and goods receiving of maintenance related purchase orders
- Ensure maintenance spend is controlled and excellent value for money is achieved through appropriate contractor and materials selection
- Deputise for the Plant Manager if required to cover holidays and absence
- Share the ownership for site housekeeping and support the Lead Plant Operator to keep the site clean and tidy
- Produce simple monthly reports relating to maintenance activities, training plans for direct reports, and data handling for EA reporting requirements
Safety
- To report any hazards and unsatisfactory observations / behaviours of staff and contractors to line manager
- Be proactive in Near Miss reporting
- Be involved in HSE root cause analysis investigations and participate in HSE meetings
Working Hours
- Working hours will be day based within the normal Monday to Friday weekly period.
- 08:00 – 17:00 with 1 hour unpaid break
- Some flexibility is needed and may be required to cover occasional extended day working
- Call out requirements on rotation
- Some flexibility is needed
- Site key holder duties
Benefits
- Pension: 5% employer / 4% employee
- 25 days holiday
- Overtime payments
- Sick pay
- Free parking
- Bonus up to 10%
Apply Now
Apply via LinkedIn (motivation letter above CV)
or
Email your application to: imh@vtti.com
Attn: Shiva Ahmadi – Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, VTTI/VIDA
Hiring process
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When you are ready to apply, the first step is simple: submit your application through our website or via LinkedIn. You will need to upload your resume and any other relevant documents specified in the job description, such as a portfolio. We also encourage you to write and upload a short cover letter explaining why you are a great fit for the role.
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Once we have received your application, our recruitment team will review it to see if your skills and experience align with the role.
If we think you could be a good fit, we may schedule a quick phone or video call to get to know you a little better. This is a chance for us to learn more about your background and for you to ask any questions you might have about the role or our company. We will also discuss your experience with the hiring manager or panel.
If we think you might be a better fit for a different position within our organization, now or in the future, we will contact you and discuss the opportunity and/or next steps.
If things go well during the initial screening, you will move on to the first interview.
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