Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Job Title: Fixed Plant Engineer
Location: Paisley
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Up to 46,800k
Job Overview:
An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Fixed Plant Engineer. This is a full-time, permanent role, working a day shift pattern from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, with some weekend availability and overtime opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

* Perform mechanical and electrical maintenance of both static and mobile plant, ensuring optimal operation.
* Coordinate maintenance activities and assist in the development of a robust PPM schedule to enhance plant availability and productivity.
* Collaborate effectively with operations to balance maintenance and operational requirements without compromising performance.
* Recommend improvements in training, processes, and practices to drive business efficiency.
* Contribute to developing technical best practices and standard operating procedures.
* Oversee site buildings and facilities, maintaining them in serviceable condition.
* Comply with all safety procedures, reporting unsafe practices, accidents, and incidents.
* Encourage proactive health and safety management through General Observation (GO) reporting.
* Maintain cleanliness in all work areas and ensure accurate record-keeping.



Requirements:
Essential:
* Multiskilled engineer with knowledge of relevant legislation (PUWER, LOLER).
* Qualified in mechanical engineering (HNC/HND level) with competence in electrical engineering.
* Experience in high-volume processing and maintaining mobile and static plant.
* Familiarity with production plant control systems, including PLCs and inverter-controlled systems.
* Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.
* Full UK driving licence.
Desirable:
* NEBOSH certification.
* Familiarity with Six Sigma or Lean manufacturing principles.
* Experience in continuous process operations.
What on Offer?
* Annual salary up to 46,800, depending on experience.
* Overtime opportunities.
* Life insurance (3x salary).
* Company pension scheme.
* 26 days holiday plus 4 statutory days, increasing with tenure.
* Free on-site parking.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Full PPE provided.
Application Process:
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