Cory is one of the UK’s leading waste management and recycling companies.
Cory operates the Barking site where we are in the process of developing a brand-new Waste Transfer Station facility due to open in early 2026, in addition to its existing Transfer Stations operated on behalf of the Western Riverside Waste Authority (Smugglers Way and Cringle Dock), City of London (Walbrook Wharf) and Tower Hamlets (Northumberland Wharf).
We are currently recruiting for a night-shift Maintenance Engineer to add to the team at Barking. This is a key role supporting the Maintenance Manager to carry out planned preventative maintenance, repairs, modifications, fabrications and other engineering aspects at the Barking Transfer Station and will provide cover for other transfer stations when required.
Key elements of the role:
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager and Site Manager, the successful candidate will:
complete the planned preventative maintenance programmes (PPM) for the contract in a timely manner and to a high standard
working in accordance with Cory procedures and legislation, including PUWER, LOLER and LOTOTO (lock-out)
have the ability to adjust and install alternative component parts and functions within the process equipment, to adapt and enhance the process equipment and ensuring timely replacement/adjustment to avoid potential interruption or reduced efficiency due to malfunction or wear
carry out mechanical & electrical tests as required by regulation and legislation
attend breakdowns and provide technical support
assist management team to ensure stores are maintained and stores database is up to date
assist with the implementation of the Integrated Management System (IMS), which require engineering support
assisting management team with Risk Assessments, Method Statements, permits to work to ensure Safe systems of work
Shift Pattern: The successful candidate will be required to work on a permanent night shift – Sunday to Thursday 23:00 to 07:00. During the initial training period and until the new Transfer Station is operational, you will be required to work on day shift.