Principal Engineer
Posted a day ago
- Birmingham, West Midlands
- Any
- External
- Expires In 3 months
Role: Principal Engineer - Fuel Infrastructure
Location: Midlands
Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 + Company car or Car allowance + Bonus
Home working: This will be a role based from home but will involve national travel attending client sites.
Mainstay Recruitment is excited to represent a leading Facilities Management company in seeking a Principal Engineer to oversee a critical fuel inspection programme, manage a dedicated Authorising Engineer/Professional Fuel Inspector, and provide expert guidance to management teams, employees, and contractors on fuel infrastructure. This pivotal role offers the chance to shape a sustainable fuels team and deliver long-term value to the Ministry of Defence (MOD) while maintaining the highest standards of safety compliance and operational consistency.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and implement a fuel inspection programme, signing off approximately 150 reports annually.
Mentor and manage an Authorising Engineer/Professional Fuel Inspector.
Provide technical expertise on MOD fuel infrastructure standards and Safety Management Systems.
Ensure legislative compliance and manage safety systems of work.
Drive efficiency through self-delivery and partnerships while fostering strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
Travel extensively across England, from Newcastle to the South Coast, to oversee operations and inspections.
What Youll Need:
A BEng, MSc, or MEng qualification, or professional registration as an Incorporated Engineer.
Proven experience in fuel infrastructure management and inspections.
Strong skills in data analysis, report writing, and Microsoft Office applications.
Flexibility to travel extensively and a full UK driving licence.
Knowledge of MOD standards and industry practices, including EEMUA 159 and "The Blue Book" guidelines, is advantageous.
Whats in it for You:
Support for professional development, including Incorporated Engineer registration and training in key industry standards such as EEMUA 159 and DIO Tech Standard 03.
Opportunities to upskill and mentor senior engineers, contributing to the Continuous Professional Development of the engineering team.
A chance to shape the future of Defence fuel infrastructure while driving innovation and sustainability.
Location:
Ideally suited to candidates based in or near Central England due to the extensive travel required.
This role offers a unique opportunity for a driven and strategic leader to make a meaningful impact within Defence infrastructure. If youre ready to advance your career and contribute to a vital sector, we encourage you to apply.
To express your interest in this opportunity, please submit your CV for consideration.
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Location: Midlands
Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 + Company car or Car allowance + Bonus
Home working: This will be a role based from home but will involve national travel attending client sites.
Mainstay Recruitment is excited to represent a leading Facilities Management company in seeking a Principal Engineer to oversee a critical fuel inspection programme, manage a dedicated Authorising Engineer/Professional Fuel Inspector, and provide expert guidance to management teams, employees, and contractors on fuel infrastructure. This pivotal role offers the chance to shape a sustainable fuels team and deliver long-term value to the Ministry of Defence (MOD) while maintaining the highest standards of safety compliance and operational consistency.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and implement a fuel inspection programme, signing off approximately 150 reports annually.
Mentor and manage an Authorising Engineer/Professional Fuel Inspector.
Provide technical expertise on MOD fuel infrastructure standards and Safety Management Systems.
Ensure legislative compliance and manage safety systems of work.
Drive efficiency through self-delivery and partnerships while fostering strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
Travel extensively across England, from Newcastle to the South Coast, to oversee operations and inspections.
What Youll Need:
A BEng, MSc, or MEng qualification, or professional registration as an Incorporated Engineer.
Proven experience in fuel infrastructure management and inspections.
Strong skills in data analysis, report writing, and Microsoft Office applications.
Flexibility to travel extensively and a full UK driving licence.
Knowledge of MOD standards and industry practices, including EEMUA 159 and "The Blue Book" guidelines, is advantageous.
Whats in it for You:
Support for professional development, including Incorporated Engineer registration and training in key industry standards such as EEMUA 159 and DIO Tech Standard 03.
Opportunities to upskill and mentor senior engineers, contributing to the Continuous Professional Development of the engineering team.
A chance to shape the future of Defence fuel infrastructure while driving innovation and sustainability.
Location:
Ideally suited to candidates based in or near Central England due to the extensive travel required.
This role offers a unique opportunity for a driven and strategic leader to make a meaningful impact within Defence infrastructure. If youre ready to advance your career and contribute to a vital sector, we encourage you to apply.
To express your interest in this opportunity, please submit your CV for consideration.
TPBN1_UKTJ