Shift Engineer
Maintech Recruitment
Darlington · posted 20 August 2026
Salary
£48,000 a year
Job type
full time
Location
Darlington, County Durham
Category
Engineering
Location; Durham
We are working with a large-scale renewable energy business operating within the anaerobic digestion and biogas sector. The site operates a heavy industrial, process-driven environment, with a strong focus on reliability, compliance and continued investment in plant and equipment.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to join the site on a structured 4 on / 4 off shift pattern, covering both days and nights (4 days, 4 nights, 12-hour shifts: 6am–6pm / 6pm–6am). You will be responsible for planned and reactive maintenance across a wide range of mechanical, electrical and process equipment, carrying out fault finding, repairs and preventative maintenance to keep the site running efficiently, safely and to a high standard.
This role would suit a hands-on Maintenance Engineer from a heavy industrial background who is looking for a well-structured shift pattern, strong earning potential and the chance to develop specialist skills within the growing renewable energy and gas handling sector. It's an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys variety, and wants long-term stability with an investing, forward-thinking business.
Responsibilities of a Mechanical Engineer:
Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across mechanical, electrical and process equipment
Diagnose and resolve faults efficiently, logging and tracking work through a CMMS system
Maintain and repair equipment including pumps, shredders, macerators, compressors and gas handling systems
Work with PLC, SCADA and C&I fault-finding data, drawings and P&ID diagrams
Coordinate and manage contractors on-site, including permit to work processes
Support the delivery of on-site capital and improvement projects
Maintain high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance at all times
Skills & Qualifications of a Mechanical Engineer:
Minimum level 2 Engineering qualification
Proven maintenance engineering experience gained within a heavy industrial environment
Confident, hands-on fault-finding and repair skills across mechanical and electrical systems
Full UK driving licence
Benefits of a Mechanical Engineer:
Salary of £48,654 per annum
Structured 4 on / 4 off shift pattern (4 days, 4 nights), 12-hour shifts – excellent work-life balance
Opportunity to work within a growing, well-invested renewable energy business
Exposure to specialist gas handling and process equipment
Training and development opportunities
Long-term stability within an established and expanding site
If you feel this Mechanical Engineer role is right for you, please contact Becky at Maintech Recruitment for more information or click apply.
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