Maintenance Technician

Our client is a leading supplier within their industry, serving key industries such as brewing, distilling, and food production. With a long-established presence in Scotland, their facilities play a crucial role in supporting the production of premium products for domestic and international markets. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for maintaining plant and equipment to ensure consistent and efficient malt production at the Pencaitland site. This includes performing planned and reactive maintenance, addressing breakdowns promptly, and providing on-call support outside regular hours. Flexibility and teamwork are key to supporting on-site personnel and maintaining operational excellence.

  Working Hours:

• 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, with a 30-minute paid break
• Participation in an on-call rota, one week in every three
• Flexibility required during harvest periods, plant shut-downs, and to cover sickness or holiday absences

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain plant and equipment to meet production targets and required standards.
• Respond effectively to breakdowns, minimizing downtime.
• Provide on-call cover for out-of-hours breakdowns as part of a rota system.
• Ensure compliance with:
  • Health & Safety at Work Act
  • Company safety procedures and zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policy
  • Food safety regulations and environmental procedures
  • Company quality standards and PPE requirements
• Support a culture of safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth plant operations.

Skills & Abilities:

• Proficient in electrical testing, fault-finding, installation, and inspection.
• Skilled in identifying electrical faults without wiring diagrams.
• Working knowledge of PLC systems and problem-solving capabilities.
• Mechanical aptitude with a "can-do" attitude and quality awareness.
• Flexible, self-motivated, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and train in areas such as welding (MIG, TIG, Arc), metalwork, and fabrication.

Experience & Knowledge:

• Practical experience in an industrial production environment.
• Familiarity with the Electricity at Work Regulations and Health & Safety legislation.
• Previous experience in a malting manufacturing environment is advantageous.

Education & Qualifications:

• Relevant industry qualification (preferred).
• Recognised mechanical engineering qualification.
• Welding and/or fabrication qualification.
• IEE 18th Edition Regulations certification.

Additional Requirements:

• Up-to-date Polio and Tetanus vaccinations (including boosters).

If you are interested in having a confidential conversation please contact Lyndsey at Global Highland