Senior Maintenance Engineer
Up to £49,000 + Overtime + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Edinburgh
MC Technical Recruitment is currently looking to recruit a Senior Maintenance Engineer to join a leading anaerobic digestion company at their facility near Edinburgh. This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK’s largest independent AD operators, supporting the safe, compliant, and efficient running of a key site.
As the Senior Maintenance Engineer, you will:
Deputise for the Site Manager and support day-to-day site operations
Lead the Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) system and oversee downtime planning for cost-effective overhauls
Manage and prioritise reactive maintenance and repairs to reduce operational disruptions
Support safety, compliance, and engineering best practice across the site
Monitor site remotely and be part of the on-call rota for out-of-hours support
Carrying out maintenance on Electrical and Mechanical plant on a food waste Anaerobic Digestion site
Managing a maintenance budget and cost control
Overseeing junior members of the team when required
Other duties as required
To be considered for this role you should have:
A qualification in mechanical or electrical engineering (or strong industry experience)
Proven background in a process industry (e.g. AD, energy, utilities, waste, manufacturing)
Knowledge of PLC controls or electronics is advantageous
Experience with maintenance systems, cost control, and managing engineering budgets
Familiarity with health and safety systems and environmental compliance is desirable
A flexible, self-motivated, and adaptable approach with strong people and team leadership skills
Full UK driving licence and the ability to gain a telehandler licence
What’s On Offer:
Competitive salary of up to £49,000 (depending on experience)
Bonus scheme and overtime opportunities
On call allowance (1 in 4 rota)
25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
Pension and life assurance
Opportunities for training and professional development
To Apply:
If you are interested in this role, please apply via the link below or contact Matt George at MC Technical Recruitment on (phone number removed) / for a confidential chat