Job Title: Mechanical Technician

Department: Operations

Location: Field based

Join Our Team at BPA: Officially Where it’s a Great Place to Work! About BPA At BPA, we are at the forefront of the hydrocarbon transport and storage industry, proudly owned 50/50 by BP and Shell - two of the world's leading oil majors. With around 180 dedicated professionals across the UK, we play a vital role in “Keeping the UK Moving 24/7/365” by operating a variety of onshore facilities and provide our renowned operational and engineering consultancy services worldwide. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our lively membership in key industry bodies and our adherence to internationally accredited standards.

Our People What sets BPA apart is our people. Our clients choose us for our professionalism, capability, and depth of experience. With over a century of combined industry knowledge, our Leadership team is passionate about developing the potential of our staff. We invest heavily in ongoing training and development to ensure our teams not only have fulfilling careers but also deliver ‘best in class’ technical advice and services to our clients.

What's the Job About? We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Technician to ensure the integrity and safety of our mechanical systems across COMAH Top Tier and Lower Tier storage terminals and pipeline systems. This is a critical hands-on role that supports the safe operation and reliability of our infrastructure, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and responding effectively to breakdowns and emergency situations.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and inspect mechanical systems to achieve plant availability targets and ensure compliance with safety regulations (DSEAR, ATEX, PSSR).
• Lead and manage a tracking system for maintenance and inspections across allocated sites.
• Conduct and supervise maintenance and repairs on high-pressure equipment (e.g. pumps, tanks, metering, actuation systems).
• Perform limited EC&I fault-finding within competency limits.
• Act as Operating Authority, overseeing safe systems of work, including risk assessments, isolations, and permits.
• Support engineering projects, ensuring operational and safety standards are met.
• Use the maintenance system to manage plant records and supervise work near critical infrastructure.
• Provide emergency operational support, liaising with emergency services and authorities.
• Source suppliers, manage procurement for maintenance needs, and engage in training and company working groups.

What Do We Need From You.

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant mechanical discipline OR significant demonstrable mechanical experience.
• Practical understanding of Health & Safety in industrial environments.
• Experience in fault analysis, maintenance, and emergency response.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Comfortable working under pressure and outside of regular hours when required.

Desirable

• Completed indentured mechanical apprenticeship.
• Previous experience in hazardous process industries (COMAH sites preferred).

Salary Basic salary of £32,000 - £36,000 + benefits + company van

What’s On Offer

• Generous pension (up to 12% employer contribution, 2% employee)
• Annual bonus scheme (up to 12% of annual salary)
• Life insurance (4x annual salary)
• 28 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• Family friendly policies
• Employee assistance support scheme
• Various well-being initiatives
• Tools/Equipment
• Company van
• Salary £32,000 - £36,000, £1,000 Emergency Callout Allowance + overtime

Apply today and become a vital part of a team that literally Keeps the UK Moving 24/7/365! Diversity & Inclusion We know that diverse teams drive innovation and excellence. Research shows that women, people of colour, and other underrepresented groups may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every requirement. At BPA, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every detail in the job description, we encourage you to still apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.