Candidate Source - TEAM
If you're looking for a role where your expertise keeps production moving and your development is genuinely invested in, this Mechanical Maintenance Technician opportunity offers the chance to join a well-established operation with excellent training, strong earning potential and no weekend working.
Working within a modern manufacturing environment, you'll play a key role in maintaining site performance, reducing downtime and supporting continuous improvement across the operation.
What’s in it for you
- £45,400 annual salary inclusive of shift allowance
- Annual bonus and yearly salary reviews
- Company pension contribution of up to 7%
- 34 days paid holiday
- Structured training and development programme
- Overtime opportunities available during weekdays and weekends
Your responsibilities as Mechanical Maintenance Technician
- Provide front-line maintenance support across production departments
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance activities across the site
- Maintain site services including compressed air, boiler, cooling and refrigeration systems
- Diagnose and repair mechanical and basic electrical faults on production equipment
- Support improvement projects focused on reducing downtime and increasing efficiency
- Complete a structured familiarisation and training programme during onboarding
What we’re looking for in a Mechanical Maintenance Technician
- Previous experience within a similar maintenance environment
- HNC qualification or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline
- Completion of a recognised engineering apprenticeship
- Strong mechanical maintenance knowledge and fault-finding capability
- Right to work in the UK and ability to commute to Kirkcaldy
Working Hours
38 hours per week, working a rotating three-shift pattern Monday to Friday.
If you're ready to take the next step as a Mechanical Maintenance Technician, click apply and upload an updated copy of your CV.
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