Shift Maintenance Engineer
Salary: £50,450 per annum
Shift Pattern: 2 sets of 3 days on / 3 days off (08:00–20:00) and 1 set of 3 nights on / 3 nights off (20:00–08:00)
Location: Scottish Borders, UK (On-site)
Type: Full-time / Permanent
A leading food processing company is seeking a skilled Shift Maintenance Engineer to join its team in the Scottish Borders. This is an excellent opportunity to take your engineering career to the next level.
Role Overview
As a Shift Maintenance Engineer, you’ll play a key role in ensuring continuous operation of production systems while supporting preventive and reactive maintenance activities. You’ll be part of a dedicated team providing 24/7 engineering cover, ensuring maximum uptime and applying best-practice engineering standards across the site.
Key Responsibilities
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Complete accurate and informative helpdesk and PPM reports, suggesting improvements where needed
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Manage stock, including issuing parts and maintaining appropriate specifications
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Provide clear handovers between shifts
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Carry out breakdowns and repairs efficiently, ensuring high-quality work within expected timeframes
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Review completed tasks to maintain standards and equipment longevity
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Ensure parts meet quality standards and maintain sufficient stock for future needs
Your Profile
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Time-served or qualified in mechanical and/or electrical engineering (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent)
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Experience in food manufacturing or FMCG environments preferred
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Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
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Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organisational abilities
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Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills
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Proficient in English literacy and numeracy
What You Can Expect
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Competitive salary with structured shift patterns
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Access to onsite facilities including canteen and parking
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Comprehensive benefits package including pension, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, and health & wellbeing support
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Work in a modern food facility with a supportive engineering team
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Opportunities for ongoing training and career development