Mechanical Fitter

My client is a leading FMCG manufacturing organisation with an impressive history and a fantastic reputation within the industries they serve. Due to a range of innovative developments and investment, they are going through an extensive period of growth. This includes new state-of-the-art manufacturing assets.

They are now looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join their site on the outskirts of Edinburgh. The successful candidate will be tasked with supporting the engineering team in reaching a higher level of standard.

Responsibilities:

Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on mechanical equipment as defined by our PPM schedule to the highest standard
Work as part of a mechanical/electrical team, to keep our plant availability in line with operational commitments
Assist with machine improvement projects
Monitor, fault find, maintain and repair a wide variety of equipment including pumps, gearboxes, and specialist treatment process machinery
Apply first level maintenance activities to all onsite assets
Large plant complex repairs
Using Breathing Apparatus and working in confined spaces if required (Training will be provided if required)
Development of new skills both in and outside of your core discipline
Working on fixed plant on Water and Waste Water Treatment sites to fault find, repair and maintain a wide variety of equipment including pumps, gearboxes, and specialist treatment process machinery.
Work with other disciplines in a workshop team
Follow the business and departmental rules associated with workflow and management
An awareness of health and safety and works in a manner that keeps you and those around you safe
Use our computerised maintenance management system to organise workload and work order response
Education & Experience:

All applicants should hold City & Guilds or similar vocational qualifications and have completed an apprenticeship or recognised training in mechanical discipline
Relevant experience in a production / processing or manufacturing facility would be beneficial
Well-developed interpersonal skills, ability to work in teams, to interact with colleagues and managers alike
Excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to take and respond to direction as required
This is a Monday - Friday dayshift position