Posted 15 August, 2026
Maintenance Technician (AD Plant / Mechanical)
Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Musselburgh, SCT, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Maintenance Technician (AD Plant / Mechanical)£35,000 - £40,000 + OTE £45k + Training + Progression + Overtime + Free Parking + Company BenefitsEdinburgh, ScotlandAre you a Mechanical Maintenance Technician looking to develop your electrical skills and progress into a multi-skilled role within the growing renewable energy sector?This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established specialist in anaerobic digestion, providing plant operation, maintenance and engineering solutions across the UK. You'll work as part of a skilled operating team, keeping a live industrial process running safely and efficiently.In this role, you'll carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs across pumps, motors, valves, pipework and mechanical plant machinery, while also supporting the wider site operations. You'll receive training to develop your electrical maintenance skills, with the opportunity to work towards 17th/18th Edition .The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical maintenance experience within an industrial or process environment, with a proactive approach to fault finding and an interest in developing their electrical skillset.The Role:Carrying out planned preventative maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, pipework and mechanical plantDiagnosing and repairing reactive breakdowns to minimise downtimeCarrying out basic electrical fault finding, with training providedCompleting maintenance records and identifying recurring issuesSourcing parts and liaising with contractors and suppliersSupporting daily plant checks, waste intake and general site operationsThe Person:Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical Fitter, Maintenance Technician or similar backgroundExperience with pumps, pipework, mechanical drivesFull UK driving licenceIf you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.Reference Number: BBBH26793Keywords: Mechanical Maintenance Technician, Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical Fitter, Maintenance Engineer, Multi-Skilled Engineer, Anaerobic Digestion, AD Plant, Waste Management, Renewable Energy, Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Maintenance, 18th Edition, PPM, Pumps, Conveyors, Gearboxes, Motors, Pipework, Valves, Process Engineering, Edinburgh, ScotlandWe are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.TPBN1_UKTJ
