At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and develop unique engineering assets in a stunning rural setting.
- Company: Ormsary Estate, offering a peaceful lifestyle amidst Scotland's breathtaking landscapes.
- Benefits: Company housing, pension, ongoing training, and exposure to renewable energy technologies.
- Other info: Join a close-knit community and experience long-term career security.
- Why this job: Escape the city rush and enjoy a fulfilling engineering career in nature.
- Qualifications: Qualified Mechanical Engineer with practical skills and a willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 40016 £ per year.
Relocation Opportunity | Argyll, Scotland
Relocation Assistance & Family Housing Provided
Looking for a different pace of life? My client Ormsary Estate might just offer you what you need. Imagine finishing work and looking out over rolling hills, lochs and one of Scotland's most spectacular landscapes instead of sitting in traffic. Imagine a role where you're trusted to solve problems, work independently, and genuinely make a difference every single day.
Ormsary Estate are looking for a practical, hands-on Plant Maintenance Engineer to join their small engineering team. This isn't a production line. It isn't a factory. It's a unique engineering role where no two days are ever the same. One day you could be maintaining a hydroelectric turbine. The next you could be repairing pumps at a fish farm, welding fabrication work, laying electrical cables, working alongside contractors or helping commission a brand-new renewable energy project. If you're the sort of engineer who enjoys getting stuck in, finding solutions and turning your hand to almost anything mechanical or electrical, we'd love to hear from you.
What you’ll be working on:
- Wind turbines
- Fish farming facilities
- Pumps, compressors, valves and boilers
- Water treatment systems
- Electrical installations
- Fabrication and welding
- Planned and reactive maintenance
About You:
- A qualified Mechanical Engineer with good electrical knowledge (or vice versa)
- Experienced within plant, manufacturing, utilities, heavy engineering, industrial maintenance or similar
- Comfortable fault finding on both mechanical and electrical equipment
- Practical, adaptable and happy to turn your hand to a wide variety of engineering challenges
- Someone who enjoys taking ownership and working as part of a close-knit team
- Holder of a full UK driving licence
Experience with hydro, renewables or aquaculture isn't essential—full training will be provided. What matters most is attitude, practical ability and a willingness to learn.
The Lifestyle:
Let’s be honest...this role won’t suit everyone. Ormsary Estate is located in one of Scotland’s most beautiful rural locations. Life here is quieter. Slower. Less hectic. If you’re looking for nightlife and city living, this probably isn’t the role for you. But if you’ve always dreamed of escaping the daily rush, raising a family somewhere safe, or simply living somewhere surrounded by nature, this could be one of the best decisions you’ll ever make. The local community is welcoming and close-knit, with a nearby primary school, secondary school and community hall. Company housing is provided as part of the package, making relocation straightforward.
What You’ll Receive:
- Company housing
- Pension
- Ongoing engineering training and development
- Exposure to renewable energy technologies
- A unique lifestyle in one of Scotland’s most beautiful locations
- Long-term career security within a well-established estate
Interested? Some engineering jobs offer more money. Some offer bigger companies. Very few offer the opportunity to build a career while enjoying an exceptional quality of life. If you’re ready for a fresh challenge—and perhaps a fresh start we’d love to hear from you. We would also welcome applications from ex-services Engineers.
Plant Maintenance Engineer in Lochgilphead employer: Engage Recruitment Ltd
Ormsary Estate is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work in the beautiful rural landscape of Scotland while contributing to sustainable energy solutions. With a strong focus on employee development and a collaborative work culture, you will enjoy hands-on experience in maintaining diverse renewable energy assets, alongside benefits such as relocation support and company housing. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values innovation and personal growth in a meaningful and rewarding environment.
