Maintenance Engineer - Doncaster

RecruitMe; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Doncaster is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to ensure plant efficiency and reliability. You will handle installations, upgrades, and breakdowns while adhering to Health & Safety standards in a dynamic work environment. Ideal candidates should have a strong mechanical maintenance background, be willing to work 12-hour rotating shifts, and possess relevant qualifications. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000, with opportunities for development and overtime.

Benefits

Starting salary up to £50,000

Clear development path

Overtime and shift allowance

Workwear and safety equipment provided

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical maintenance background, ideally in a process, plant, or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance, fault finding, and repair work on mechanical systems.
• Ensure all work complies with Health & Safety standards.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance and reactive tasks.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Problem-solving under pressure

Health & Safety knowledge

Education

C&G Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

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.