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Contract type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full time
Location: Bristol
Hours per week: 37.5
Dates for interviews: ASAP
Salary: £52,704 - £58,199
Summary of vacancy
EC&I Engineer
Shape the future of sustainable energy – join a leading Energy from Waste facility in the UK
As EC&I Engineer, you’ll lead the technical delivery of all electrical, controls, and instrumentation activities while driving continuous improvement across the plant. This is more than an engineering role; it’s an opportunity to contribute to sustainability, circular economy solutions, and the UK’s journey to net zero. Whether you’re an experienced professional or looking to grow your leadership impact, you’ll be supported to develop and thrive.
Location: Bristol (Severnside Energy Recovery Centre)
Salary: £52,704 – £58,199
Benefits include: company car OR car allowance (up to £8,655.92 per annum), Up to 10% annual bonus, Company pension (5% employer contribution), Call-out allowance (£250 per week), 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, Sick pay, and additional benefits
About The Role
What Will I Be Doing?
- Lead and supervise the EC&I maintenance technician team, including day-to-day management, performance reviews, training, and skills development (particularly DCS/SCADA).
- Own the DCS system – maintenance, modifications, upgrades, and integration of new equipment.
- Provide specialist technical support for complex fault diagnosis, plant improvement projects, and optimisation initiatives, including boiler chemistry and safety-critical systems (SIF/SIL).
- Plan and deliver EC&I shutdowns, manage specialist contractors, and ensure robust service contracts.
- Form part of the 24-hour call-out rota (call out is 1 week in 4) and deputise for the Maintenance Manager when required.
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What Are the Requirements?
- Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical/Electronic Engineering plus completion of a relevant engineering apprenticeship.
- 7–10 years’ maintenance engineering experience in process, power generation, steam-raising, or heavy industrial environments.
- Extensive knowledge of DCS, SCADA, and PLC platforms (evidenced by OEM or training provider certification).
- Proven leadership skills and experience managing or supervising technical teams.
- Understanding of EfW processes and a commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
If you’re ready to take ownership, mentor others, and make a tangible impact on the UK’s journey to net zero, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us build a cleaner, more sustainable future together.
About Us
At SUEZ, your career is a journey full of possibilities. With diverse roles across multiple activities and locations, we empower you to shape your own path. Here, you’re encouraged to learn, grow, and take ownership of your development, because when you thrive, we all succeed.
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At SUEZ, respect is at the heart of everything we do for each other, for our customers, and for the communities we serve. We foster inclusive, caring environments where diversity, wellbeing, safety, and solidarity are more than values, they’re everyday realities. These principles shape how we work together, every day. We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued and included. If you’re excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. Your unique experience, perspective, and potential could be exactly what we’re looking for. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and growth, including competitive pay, pension plans, health and wellbeing programs, learning opportunities, and career development. Everything you need to thrive, both professionally and personally. Join us in transforming today’s environmental challenges into tomorrow’s innovative water and waste solutions.
At SUEZ, your work truly matters: driving action and shaping a more resilient, sustainable future.
Job Description: E_C_I_Engineer.pdf
Closing Date: 31/07/2026
Once we have sufficient applicants we withhold the right to close job vacancies early.
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