Maintenance Engineer; Night Shift

Position: Maintenance Engineer (Night Shift)
TD Recruitment are currently looking for a Night Shift Maintenance Engineer to work for our client at a busy waste management and recycling facility in Musselburgh, EH21.

You’ll play a key role in keeping plant machinery running safely and efficiently, carrying out both preventative maintenance and urgent repair work during night operations.

Key Responsibilities

* Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on a wide range of plant equipment

* Respond to machinery breakdowns quickly and effectively

* Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults

* Carry out repairs on conveyors, balers, shredders, compactors, hydraulic systems, and other site machinery

* Update maintenance logs and complete job sheets accurately

* Work closely with the operations and engineering teams to minimise downtime

* Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with site procedures

Requirements

 1. Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer or Multi-Skilled Engineer

 2. Strong background in mechanical and/or electrical engineering

 3. Experience working in heavy industry, manufacturing, recycling, or waste environments (preferred)

 4. Ability to work independently during night shift operations

 5. Good problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to maintenance

 6. Relevant qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or equivalent)

Start as soon as possible.

To apply please call us on (phone number removed).

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Temp to perm

Benefits:

* On-site parking