The Prax Group is a British multinational independent oil refining, storage, distribution and sales conglomerate dealing in crude oil, petroleum products and bio-fuels. Our success has been achieved through our entrepreneurial spirit, dynamic team and lean structure. We are driven, forward-thinking and passionate about our products, with a perpetual quest for quality performance across the board. We strive to limit our carbon footprint and to embrace the advent of transitional fuels.
Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery located in North Lincolnshire is a key asset for Prax and is a world-class supplier of quality fuels. Commissioned in 1968, it has the capacity to process up to 5.4 million tonnes of crude oil per year (109,000 barrels a day) and currently employs over 400 staff in addition to a similar complement of daily contract personnel. The refinery extends over 500 acres and incorporates some of the most advanced refining and conversion processes in Europe, supplying products by road, rail, sea and pipeline.
The refinery is a key strategic asset within the Prax Group, and we are investing heavily for the long term and are actively looking for new talent that can support our ambition.
The Refinery is seeking a
Rotating Equipment Technician
to join our Engineering Assurance/Maintenance Department. The successful candidate will support routine and specialised maintenance across the refinery, ensuring all tasks are performed safely, efficiently, to improve reliability in line with budgetary, environmental, and operational standards, while meeting statutory obligations. Working will include API pumps, turbines, compressors, and similar machinery. Key Activities:
Complete delivery of rotating equipment repair working as part of a contractor or internal team. Perform general mechanical tasks such as blinding, bolting overhauls and simple rigging. Develop work methods, produce RAMS and work permits for assigned work. Participate in major equipment overhauls, shutdowns, T&Is, either as a leader or team member. Witness function checks like balancing, alignments, and overspeed tests. Witness and assist in system/equipment recommissioning after maintenance. Support the identification and selection of spare parts. Carry out first line fault diagnosis for API pumps and reciprocating compressors. Work with OEMs and third parties to define repairs and support execution of the repairs. Assist original equipment manufacturers (OEM) or third-party contractors during on-site operations. Contribute to the close-out process for work orders, ensuring appropriate history is properly recorded along with all internal QA documentation. Review and approve/challenge third party repair documentation. Mentor mechanical apprentices, guiding them in practical maintenance skills and knowledge. Qualifications / Attributes / Experience Required:
Recognised Technical Apprenticeship. National Vocational Qualifications in a relevant mechanical discipline. Experience overhauling and commissioning API pumps. Practical experience overhauling and commissioning reciprocating compressors (Desirable). Practical experience overhauling and commissioning turbomachinery (steam turbine, compressor and generators) (Desirable). Experience of balancing and laser alignment (Desirable). Experience developing work scopes and job planning for machinery overhaul (Desirable). Experience working on a top tier COMAH site (Desirable). Qualification (Cat 1) in vibration and condition monitoring techniques (Desirable). Experience of SAP PM module. Applicants must have a strong background of 5+ years in Rotating equipment experience, preferably within a large refining/petrochemical or other COMAH environment. A comprehensive remuneration package is offered for this position which includes a competitive salary and attractive employee benefits such as company pension, private healthcare, performance bonus. External applicants can apply by clicking on the link below:
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Rotating Equipment Technician
to join our Engineering Assurance/Maintenance Department. The successful candidate will support routine and specialised maintenance across the refinery, ensuring all tasks are performed safely, efficiently, to improve reliability in line with budgetary, environmental, and operational standards, while meeting statutory obligations. Working will include API pumps, turbines, compressors, and similar machinery. Key Activities:
Complete delivery of rotating equipment repair working as part of a contractor or internal team. Perform general mechanical tasks such as blinding, bolting overhauls and simple rigging. Develop work methods, produce RAMS and work permits for assigned work. Participate in major equipment overhauls, shutdowns, T&Is, either as a leader or team member. Witness function checks like balancing, alignments, and overspeed tests. Witness and assist in system/equipment recommissioning after maintenance. Support the identification and selection of spare parts. Carry out first line fault diagnosis for API pumps and reciprocating compressors. Work with OEMs and third parties to define repairs and support execution of the repairs. Assist original equipment manufacturers (OEM) or third-party contractors during on-site operations. Contribute to the close-out process for work orders, ensuring appropriate history is properly recorded along with all internal QA documentation. Review and approve/challenge third party repair documentation. Mentor mechanical apprentices, guiding them in practical maintenance skills and knowledge. Qualifications / Attributes / Experience Required:
Recognised Technical Apprenticeship. National Vocational Qualifications in a relevant mechanical discipline. Experience overhauling and commissioning API pumps. Practical experience overhauling and commissioning reciprocating compressors (Desirable). Practical experience overhauling and commissioning turbomachinery (steam turbine, compressor and generators) (Desirable). Experience of balancing and laser alignment (Desirable). Experience developing work scopes and job planning for machinery overhaul (Desirable). Experience working on a top tier COMAH site (Desirable). Qualification (Cat 1) in vibration and condition monitoring techniques (Desirable). Experience of SAP PM module. Applicants must have a strong background of 5+ years in Rotating equipment experience, preferably within a large refining/petrochemical or other COMAH environment. A comprehensive remuneration package is offered for this position which includes a competitive salary and attractive employee benefits such as company pension, private healthcare, performance bonus. External applicants can apply by clicking on the link below:
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