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Maintenance Engineer

ITM Power

Location: Sheffield

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About ITM Power

ITM is at the forefront of the green hydrogen industry, designing and manufacturing cutting-edge PEM electrolysers that are instrumental in global decarbonisation efforts. With over two decades of scientific expertise, we’ve established ourselves as industry leaders in clean energy technology.

Our Journey and Growth

As pioneers in green hydrogen technology, ITM is offering the most advanced PEM electrolyser technology in the world. Founded in 2000, ITM Power PLC was one of the first companies of its kind to be listed on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange. Headquartered in the UK, our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility is the world’s first largest PEM Gigafactory in commercial operation, and home to our R&D and manufacturing. ITM Power Germany is our hub in the heart of the EU. This facility not only houses regional functions including business development and engineering, but also our Aftersales services with the ability to quickly deploy stacks.

Innovation and Impact

Our PEM electrolysers are deployed in some of the world's largest green hydrogen projects. We continue to push the boundaries of technology, enhancing cost-effectiveness and sustainability.

Join Our Mission

ITM is in the midst of a transformative phase, focusing on streamlined delivery and operational excellence. We're seeking talented individuals who share our passion for clean energy and our drive to make a tangible impact on the world's transition to net-zero.

You will be working with an inspiring bunch of people, encouraging each other to be the best we can. We’ve come a long way, join us in the next step of our incredible journey!

What are we looking for

We have an opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer to support the Lead Maintenance Engineer in daily activities relating to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and People.

The successful candidate is expected to make decisions within the Maintenance department to meet the requirements of the business deliverables. Our machines are state of the art custom pieces of equipment which drive the future of production here at ITM. Engineers who are keen to learn new equipment will thrive in the environment. The Maintenance Engineers carry out the pre-planned maintenance to achieve minimum downtime; breakdowns are managed using the CMMs system and project work is also carried out within the team. No two days are the same and a positive and creative mindset is key to making positive change across all elements of SQDCP.

Responsibilities

Asset Maintenance & Reliability

• Experienced maintenance engineer.
• Execute planned, preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities in accordance with maintenance schedules and safety requirements.
• Support reliability improvement initiatives, including RCM & FMEA.
• Diagnose equipment faults, identify root causes, and implement permanent corrective actions following the right first-time mindset.

Technical Expertise

• Experienced time served maintenance engineer with good engineering knowledge and experience in automation, pneumatics, rotating equipment, static equipment, instrumentation, electrical systems, or multidiscipline plant assets.
• Ensure equipment is operated and maintained in line with company standards, statutory regulations, and internal procedures.
• Ensure spares are always available and within Min-Max levels and make proposals on the stock holding.

Compliance & Safety

• Uphold safe systems of work including Permit-to-Work, LOTO, working-at-height procedures. ·
• Comply with statutory regulations (e.g. PUWER, LOLER)
• Participate in safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Champion 6S in your area and others and support and promote all aspects of continuous improvement within ITM.

About You

Knowledge and Experience

• Recognised engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering.
• IOSH Working or Managing Safely desirable.
• Experienced time served maintenance engineer.
• Experience in automated manufacturing or process plant maintenance.
• Ability to read technical drawings (P&IDs, schematics, mechanical drawings).
• Strong fault‑finding and diagnostic skills.
• Working knowledge of CMMS systems.
• Strong commitment to safety and risk management.
• Understanding of continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma).
• Forklift licence (B1/B2)

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to highlight potential failures before they occur.
• A good level of IT competence in Microsoft packages and CMMS
• Excellent time management skills and a willingness to remain flexible
• Ability to communicate at all levels and ensure information is understood and embedded within your area.
• Full UK driving licence.

What We Offer

The opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a rapidly growing industry, within a dynamic environment where you can shape the future of energy and work with a team that’s actively addressing global climate challenges. Our corporate culture values safety, integrity and continuous improvement.

A competitive salary and an excellent contributory pension, 25 days holiday and a wider range of benefits including:

• Buy as you earn (BAYE) share scheme
• Birthday holiday
• Holiday Purchase
  
• Lifestyle Discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health Cash Plan
• Eye Care
• Gym Scheme
• Life assurance
• EV Car Leasing
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Our onsite parking includes free electric car charging points

We know your career is important to you, it’s important to us too, which is why we also offer opportunities for you to grow and develop your career. If you are looking to join a growing, dynamic business and want to be part of our amazing team we would love to hear from you.

Our success is driven by the exceptional diversity of our people. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting and creating a diverse and inclusive environment where we encourage our employees to learn and grow, fuelled by mutual respect in a place where ideas flow and thrive.