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 You’ll 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.

What’s 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 you’re 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.