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