Full time

Maintenance Engineer

Pertemps Edinburgh Contracts

Inveresk, East Lothian, EH21 8PS

£20 per hour

Posted: 16 June 2026 (Today)

Closing date: 16 July 2026

Ref: 60181837

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About the Role

The Maintenance Engineer position based in Inveresk involves supporting the operation and upkeep of renewable energy equipment on a three-month fixed-term contract. This full-time role, paying £20 per hour, requires a safety-focused engineer with mechanical or electrical skills. Responsibilities include performing planned preventative maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and PLC systems, responding to breakdowns to reduce downtime, and maintaining specialist assets such as CHP units, Grid Entry Units, and biogas compressors. The post contributes to converting organic food waste into clean energy. Applicants should possess relevant engineering experience and a commitment to safe, efficient plant operations.

Maintenance Engineer
Pertemps are recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer on a 3-month fixed-term contract.
Pay Rate: £20 per hour
We are seeking a motivated and safety-conscious engineer with mechanical and/or electrical engineering experience to support the operation and maintenance of renewable energy equipment. This role plays a key part in ensuring the safe, efficient and compliant running of plant operations, helping to convert organic food waste into clean energy.
Key Responsibilities:

Carry out planned preventative maintenance on mechanical, electrical and PLC systems
Respond to equipment breakdowns and complete reactive repairs to minimise downtime
Maintain and support specialist equipment, including CHP units, Grid Entry Units and biogas compressors
Ensure all work is completed in accordance with health, safety and environmental procedures
Monitor operational performance, recording data relating to gas quality, temperature control and feedstock management
Participate in on-call rota duties and remote monitoring activities when required
Support continuous improvement initiatives across the site

About You:

Qualified in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or able to demonstrate equivalent engineering experience
Proven maintenance engineering experience within an industrial, process, manufacturing or similar environment
Knowledge of planned preventative maintenance systems
Strong understanding of health, safety and environmental practices
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Self-motivated, proactive and adaptable approach to work
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to prioritise workloads effectively
Flexible and willing to work across a range of shift patterns to support operational requirements
Full UK driving licence
Knowledge of DSEAR and ATEX regulations
Experience working with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems
COTC, IOSH, NEBOSH, confined space, working at height, first aid or banksman training

The successful candidate will be comfortable working in a hands-on operational environment and carrying out physical engineering duties where required.
To apply or find out more, contact Pertemps today.

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