Operations Engineer

Full-Time | Permanent | Bedford & Surrounding Areas

📍 Bedford, England

Are you a skilled Mechanical or Electrical Engineer looking to work on industry-leading power generation systems?

JDR Recruitment is partnering with a leading provider of specialist power generation and energy solutions to recruit an experienced Operations Engineer.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an innovative engineering business at the forefront of low-carbon energy, supporting critical power generation installations that help customers improve efficiency, reduce emissions, and achieve their sustainability goals.

If you have a strong background in mechanical or electrical engineering, enjoy solving technical challenges, and are looking for a long-term career with excellent development opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.

The Opportunity

As an Operations Engineer, you’ll be responsible for carrying out planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, fault diagnosis, and operational optimisation across customer installations throughout Bedford and the surrounding areas.

Working independently across a variety of customer sites, you’ll ensure equipment remains safe, reliable, and operating at peak performance while delivering exceptional customer service.

This is a varied field-based role offering technical challenges, ongoing training, and excellent opportunities to progress within a growing engineering organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Planned & Reactive Maintenance

• Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance on power generation installations

• Respond to breakdowns and complete reactive maintenance efficiently

• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults

• Complete service reports and maintenance documentation accurately

• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with company procedures

Fault Finding & Diagnostics

• Investigate faults across mechanical, electrical, and control systems

• Identify root causes and implement effective repair solutions

• Carry out testing following repairs and maintenance activities

• Escalate complex technical issues where required

Operational Performance

• Optimise the performance and efficiency of customer installations

• Monitor system operation and recommend improvements

• Help reduce equipment downtime and improve operational reliability

• Support customers in maximising system productivity and performance

Customer Support

• Deliver exceptional customer service during every site visit

• Build strong working relationships with customers and site personnel

• Provide technical advice and recommendations where appropriate

• Represent the business professionally at all times

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Follow all health & safety policies and site procedures

• Ensure compliance with engineering standards and industry regulations

• Maintain company vehicle, tools, and equipment to a high standard

• Complete all work in accordance with safe working practices

What We’re Looking For

Essential Qualifications

✔ ONC, NVQ Level 2, City & Guilds Level 2, or equivalent qualification in:

• Mechanical Engineering

• Electrical Engineering

• Motor Vehicle Studies

• Related Engineering Discipline

Essential Experience

✔ Minimum of 3 years’ industrial mechanical and/or electrical engineering experience

✔ Time-served Mechanical or Electrical Technician

✔ Strong knowledge of:

• Gas engines

• Diesel engines

• Power generation equipment

• Mechanical and electrical systems

✔ Experience carrying out preventative maintenance, servicing, and fault diagnosis

✔ Excellent communication and customer service skills

✔ Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office

✔ Full UK driving licence

The Ideal Candidate

You will be:

⭐ Technically minded with excellent fault-finding abilities

⭐ Comfortable working independently across customer sites

⭐ Customer-focused with strong communication skills

⭐ Organised with excellent time management skills

⭐ Committed to delivering high standards of workmanship and safety

⭐ Motivated to continually develop your engineering knowledge and technical expertise

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary

• Attractive overtime rates

• Company van provided

• 25 days annual leave plus bank and public holidays

• Enhanced holiday entitlement based on length of service

• Company pension scheme with generous employer contributions

• Private healthcare scheme

• Life insurance

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Ongoing technical training and professional development

• Long-term career progression opportunities

• Opportunity to work on advanced power generation and sustainable energy technologies

Working Hours

Monday – Friday

8:00am – 4:30pm

Additional Requirements

• Participation in a 24-hour on-call rota

• Occasional weekend working

• Out-of-hours call-outs when required

• Travel throughout Bedford and the surrounding areas

Apply Today

If you’re an experienced Mechanical or Electrical Engineer looking to join a forward-thinking organisation where you can develop your career while working on cutting-edge power generation systems, JDR Recruitment would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV for a confidential discussion.

Please note: Due to the fast-paced nature of the recruitment process, this vacancy may close earlier than advertised. Early applications are encouraged.

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