mechanical engineer

We are looking to appoint a mechanical engineer at our Lockerbie multi-site sawmill.

Reporting to the shift engineering supervisors, you will be responsible for carrying out
repairs, preventative and reactive maintenance across our multi-million-pound saw lines,
secondary processing plants, log sorting lines, chemical treatment and kiln drying plants.




? Carrying out repairs and overhauls in the workshops
? Following detailed planned preventative maintenance schedule
? Fault finding/diagnose technical process issues to resolve any breakdowns with
minimal down time and impact on production
? To work safely at all times complying with and using permit systems, method
statements, dynamic risk assessments etc.
? Assist in maintaining the highest standards of housekeeping and cleanliness
? Assist management in driving positive change within the business and actively
promoting a one team ethic throughout the site

? Must have a recognised engineering apprenticeship or similar qualification
? Preferably 3-5 years engineering gained within a manufacturing environment
? Experience in hydraulic and pneumatic principles would be an advantage
? Basic computer skills including data entry
? A flexible approach to work. Understanding that you may undertake additional or
other duties necessary to meet the needs of the company
? Previous experience of the timber industry is advantageous

James Jones & Sons Ltd is a 5th generation family business and one of the UK's largest and
most progressive timber processing companies with core activities in timber harvesting,
sawmilling, pallets & packaging, and distribution. We operate from 25 sites across the UK,
20 Australian and 2 New Zealand sites and employ over 2,100 people. In the UK, we operate
seven sawmills throughout Scotland and the North East of England: an engineered wood
manufacturing plant in the North of Scotland and pallet and packaging operations at 14 sites
across the UK. We produce high quality, British grown timber for the UK construction,
landscaping, and agricultural sectors; market-leading JJI-Joists for the housebuilding and
construction markets and pallets and packaging for blue chip domestic and exporting
businesses.

? Competitive rate of pay
? 33 days pro rata annual leave (including statutory holidays)
? Employer pension contribution after 3 months
? Health & Wellbeing services (remote GPs, mental health support, physio)
? Life assurance cover after 3 months

Applicants must be able to provide eligibility to work in the UK without the need for
sponsorship.