Maintenance Engineer

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

• Complete accurate and informative helpdesk and PPM reports, suggesting improvements where needed
• Manage stock, including issuing parts and maintaining appropriate specifications
• Provide clear handovers between shifts
• Carry out breakdowns and repairs efficiently, ensuring high-quality work within expected timeframes
• Review completed tasks to maintain standards and equipment longevity
• Ensure parts meet quality standards and maintain sufficient stock for future needs

Your Profile

• Time-served or qualified in mechanical and/or electrical engineering (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent)
• Experience in food manufacturing or FMCG environments preferred
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organisational abilities
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficient in English literacy and numeracy

What You Can Expect

• Competitive salary with structured shift patterns
• Access to onsite facilities including canteen and parking
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, and health & wellbeing support
• Work in a modern food facility with a supportive engineering team
• Opportunities for ongoing training and career development