Shift Operator / Technician Location: Carrick, Girvan, Ayrshire Our client are seeking a motivated and safety-conscious Shift Operator/Technician to join our operations team in Carrick. This role plays a key part in ensuring daily input and output targets are achieved, with a strong focus on safe, efficient, and high-quality operations. You will be working within a 24/7 shift pattern (159 shifts per year), including both day and night shifts (12 hours each: 7am–7pm or 7pm–7am). Key Responsibilities * Operate plant and processes to achieve maximum efficiency and output. * Ensure strict compliance with operational standards, safety, and environmental regulations. * Identify and report hazards (people and plant), ensuring a safe working environment. * Carry out planned inspections, testing, and first-line maintenance tasks. * Accurately complete operational logs, compliance records, and financial data. * Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of procedures and risk assessments. What We’re Looking For * Qualifications: * Minimum NC (or equivalent) in an Engineering discipline. * Ideally HND/HNC/Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or similar Engineering. * Experience / Training: Ideally with experience or training in one or more of the following: * Telehandler/Forklift operation * IOSH Managing Safely * IPAF 3A/3B * ECITB Safety Passport * Hydraulic Torque & Tension (Hi-Force/ECITB) * Waste Management * Harness Training * Pressure Testing * JCB 535S * Other Requirements: * Full UK driving licence (essential, due to site location and use of site vehicles). * Flexibility to work both day and night shifts