Recycling Plant Engineer
Eastbourne (Static Site)
£20–£22 per hour + Paid Door-to-Door + Company Van + Long-Term Contract
We’re looking for an experienced Recycling Plant Engineer to join the team, working full-time on a static recycling plant in Eastbourne. This is a great opportunity for a skilled engineer who takes pride in preventative maintenance, repairs and welding, and is looking for a long-term role with stability.
This is a 3-month initial contract with the strong intention to extend indefinitely. In the longer term, if the site reduces its operating days, you’ll remain employed and be reallocated to other engineering work.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone reliable, experienced and hands-on, who enjoys being based at one location but with the security of continued employment and variety in the future.
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The Role:
* Carry out planned preventative maintenance and repairs on static recycling plant machinery.
* Perform welding and fabrication work as required.
* Maintain the equipment to a high standard, ensuring reliability and safety on site.
* Work a 50-hour week on site (average 10 hours per day) plus paid travel time (door-to-door).
* Provide flexible support should site requirements or days reduce in future.
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The Candidate:
* Proven experience working on static recycling plants and related equipment.
* Strong skills in welding and preventative maintenance.
* Reliable and professional, with the ability to work independently at one location.
* Flexible to adapt if site needs change and happy to be reallocated if required.
* Full UK driving licence.
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The Benefits:
* Competitive hourly rate of £20–£22 per hour.
* Paid door-to-door including travel time.
* Company van and fuel card provided.
* 50-hour working week (on site plus travel).
* Long-term, secure employment with potential to extend beyond initial 3 months.
* Reallocation to other projects if site operating days reduce in future.
* Stable, supportive employer with opportunities for variety and progression.