Project Engineer

Project Engineer
Certain Advantage is seeking a Project Engineer to join a dynamic team in Kent within a high-performance, safety-driven organisation in the energy sector.

The Company
We’re proud to be working with a top-tier operator known for its commitment to sustainability, operational performance, and innovation in the renewable energy space.

The Role
As a Project Engineer, you’ll be responsible for delivering complex equipment and process upgrades from concept to commissioning. You’ll also play a central role in shaping maintenance strategies, managing statutory inspections, planning outages, and leading contractor engagement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage project delivery: scope development, stakeholder engagement, capital applications, tendering, installation, commissioning, and close-out
• Ensure seamless documentation integration into Maintenance and Document Control systems
• Oversee statutory inspections for lifting equipment, pressure systems, boilers, and auxiliary systems
• Take ownership of key areas during planned outages, ensuring safe and efficient execution
• Work closely with Procurement to secure long-term supplier agreements and refine scopes of work
• Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety policies, statutory requirements, and site safety rules

The Individual
We’re looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

• Proven Project Management skills (including use of Microsoft Project)
• Experience with predictive/preventative maintenance and RCA/NDT techniques
• Knowledge of steam turbines, generators, and statutory pressure systems
• Familiarity with CDM regulations and Maintenance Management Systems
• Solid grasp of legislative and SHEQ requirements (IOSH/NEBOSH)

Benefits

• Pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• On-the-job training and progression
• Recognition scheme
• 25 days holiday, with the option to purchase more.

Ready to lead impactful bids and shape the future of waste management? Apply today!

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