Maintenance Engineer - Doncaster (DN5) | Starting Salary: £49,000 – £50,000 per annum | 4 on 4 off shift pattern (days & nights)
Precision. Power. Purpose.
Looking for a Maintenance Engineer role that goes beyond fixing machines?
This is your chance to join a business driving the UK’s energy efficiency revolution and they want someone who’s hands-on, switched on, and ready to make a real difference.
Preference will be given to ex-forces applicants who bring sharp problem-solving skills, discipline under pressure, and a mindset built for high performance.
About the Company
Operating one of the UK’s most advanced integrated sites in waste-to-energy, this business is committed to sustainability, efficiency, and innovation.
Through state-of-the-art recycling and renewable energy facilities, they’re turning food waste into power, packaging into reusable resources, and people into high-performing teams.
This isn’t just engineering. It’s about environmental impact, energy transformation, and mechanical excellence.
About the Maintenance Engineer
As a Maintenance Engineer, you’ll be the front line of plant efficiency and reliability.
Working 12-hour shifts on a 4-on, 4-off rotation (days and nights), you’ll tackle installations, upgrades, breakdowns, and preventive maintenance all within a highly regulated, safety-driven environment.
The Maintenance Engineer will work as part of a skilled team and report directly to site leadership, ensuring every asset is running at peak performance.
You’ll be working on a range of mechanical systems from conveyors and pumps to rotating equipment and bespoke processing machinery.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out maintenance, fault finding, and repair work on mechanical systems
* Complete all associated logs, job sheets, and risk assessments
* Support the installation of new equipment and continuous improvement projects
* Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive tasks to minimise downtime
* Ensure all work meets Health & Safety and regulatory standards
* Contribute to the site’s growing safety culture by reporting near-misses and promoting best practices
* Leave every workspace clean, safe, and operational after completing tasks
* Take part in wider site improvement initiatives as required
What We're Looking For
* C&G Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
* Strong mechanical maintenance background – ideally in a process, plant, or manufacturing environment
* Ex-forces applicants encouraged – Royal Engineers, REME, RAF Techs or similar highly suited
* Ability to problem-solve under pressure and work independently or in a team
* Strong knowledge of Health & Safety and risk-based maintenance
* Willingness to work a rotating 4 on 4 off pattern, covering both day and night shifts
What’s in it for You?
* Starting salary up to £50,000
* Clear development path and long-term stability
* Overtime and shift allowance available
* Work with cutting-edge environmental and energy recovery systems
* Workwear, tools, and safety equipment provided
* Be part of a supportive team where safety, respect, and professionalism come first
Why Join as a Maintenance Engineer?
This is more than a job, it’s your opportunity to be part of a future-forward engineering environment that values your skillset and your potential.
Whether you’re an experienced Maintenance Engineer or an ex-forces mechanical technician ready for your next mission, this role offers impact, purpose, and progression.
Apply Now and Step Into a Role That Works as Hard as You Do
Engineering is evolving and the right Maintenance Engineer will evolve with it.
If you're looking for a challenge, stability, and a workplace where your expertise truly matters, then this is your next move.
Apply today. Be the difference.
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