Vital Energi Utilities Limited
Mechanical Steam Engineer
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Mechanical Steam Engineer
Steam Engineer
Location: Dundee area
Due to continuing growth, we require a Mechanical Engineer with steam experience to strengthen our existing Operations & Maintenance team.
About the Role
As a Mechanical Plant Room Engineer with steam experience, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of mechanical systems that generate and distribute energy, such as heating, cooling, and power. This includes work in energy centres, hospital plant rooms, and similar environments.
Roles and Responsibilities
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Oversee, operate, and maintain mechanical plant equipment, including:
- Boilers
- Combined Heat and Power (CHP) units
- Chillers
- Pumps
- Valves
- Heat exchangers
- Compressors
- Pipework
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Perform planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance to minimize downtime.
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Monitor system performance, including pressure, flow rates, and energy efficiency.
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Diagnose faults in mechanical plant systems.
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Carry out corrective repairs or escalate to specialist contractors when required.
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Ensure minimal disruption to building/energy centre operations.
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Use BMS (Building Management Systems) or SCADA systems to monitor plant operation.
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Record and report on system data, such as:
- Temperatures
- Pressures
- Energy consumption
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Ensure all works comply with statutory regulations, including:
- HVAC standards
- Gas Safe registration
- Water hygiene compliance
- LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations)
- PUWER (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations)
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Carry out risk assessments, method statements, and follow health & safety protocols.
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Assist in:
- Plant upgrades
- Refurbishments
- Commissioning of new equipment
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Maintain accurate records of:
- Maintenance schedules
- Inspections
- System performance
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Complete:
- Job sheets
- Service reports
- Compliance documentation
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Requirements
- Hold a City & Guilds qualification or equivalent in mechanical engineering or a relevant field.
- Have experience with mechanical seals, bearings, and pressurisation units.
- Hold a full UK manual driving licence.
About the Company
Vital Energi is a major provider of renewable energy infrastructure and systems to the public and private sectors, including:
- Hospitals
- Universities
- New build developments
- Towns and cities
- Industrial and commercial clients
We support our clients in decarbonising their buildings. Our work includes cutting-edge projects such as the recently announced £1 billion low-carbon infrastructure project for Westminster.
Plans for the future:
- Doubling headcount over the coming years.
- Opening offices in new locations across the UK.
- Investment in infrastructure projects.
- Expansion into new markets, including industrial power generation with a dedicated energy-from-waste facility.
The Package
- Salary: Negotiable (DOE)
- Contributory Company Pension Scheme
- Company van and fuel card
- Non-contributory death-in-service insurance
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Holidays:
- 25 days paid leave
- 8 days bank holidays
- Additional holidays in line with length of service
- Option to purchase or sell extra holidays
- Onsite amenities:
- Gym/wellbeing centre at our Blackburn Head Office
- Discounted gym membership across the UK
- EV charging points (where available)
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Other Information
- Applications will be processed within 28 days of receipt. If you haven’t heard back within this timeframe, it will mean your application was unsuccessful.
- Unitànكزt discrimination: Our company operates on the principle that selection for employment, training, and promotion will be based on suitability for the job and merit. We remain opponent to discrimination on the following grounds:
- Sex
- Race (colour, ethnic, or national origins)
- Age
- Political affiliations
- Religious beliefs
- Marital and civil partnership status
- Physical or mental disability
- Sexual orientation
- Gender reassignment
- Pregnancy and maternity-related conditions
- Any other unjustifiable conditions or requirements
Work Permits & Visa Information
- Applicants must have the unrestricted and ongoing right to work in the UK.
- Due to regulations of this role, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or employ individuals with time-limited permission or conditions attached to their right to work in the UK.
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