Mechanical Technician – Bathgate People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Technician to join our well-established client based in Bathgate. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technician looking for an ongoing role with the potential to become permanent, covering long-term sickness within the team. This position is ideal for applicants looking for a role as a Mechanical Technician, Maintenance Technician, or Mechanical Engineer. Shift Pattern: • Monday to Friday • Initial training period: 08:00 – 16:00 (day shift) • Following training: rotational shift pattern including days, back shifts, and night shifts • Shift allowance paid once on rotation Pay Rate: • £18.00 per hour • Additional shift allowance once fully trained and on rotation Benefits: Your benefits as a Mechanical Technician are: • Weekly pay • Competitive hourly rate • Opportunity to move into a permanent role • Shift allowance once fully trained • Ongoing work with a well-established company Day-to-Day Duties: Your duties as a Mechanical Technician will be: • Carrying out maintenance and repair work on pumps and conveyor systems • Undertaking general mechanical engineering tasks across the site • Diagnosing faults and completing effective repairs • Supporting both planned and reactive maintenance activities • Ensuring all work is completed in line with health and safety procedures • Working as part of a team to minimise downtime and maintain operational efficiency Essential Skills: The skills required to be a Mechanical Technician are: • Experience working with pumps and conveyor systems • Strong mechanical knowledge with proven fault-finding ability • Ability to conduct both planned and reactive maintenance • Good understanding of health and safety practices • Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently and as part of a team Desirable Experience: • Previous experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment Training: • Full training provided during the initial day-shift period • Ongoing support and development before moving onto rotational shifts Apply Now: If youre ready to take on this hands-on technical role, apply today by clicking the link below or contact our recruitment team for more information. People Solutions do not charge any of their candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process