Control Technician

Morson Talent; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing leader in Dumfries is seeking a Control Technician to maintain high-tech production systems. The role involves performing maintenance tasks, diagnosing faults, and mentoring apprentices. Ideal candidates will have an apprenticeship in Control/Electrical Engineering and experience in manufacturing environments. Competitive salary and benefits package included.

Benefits

Competitive salary + annual reviews & bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays

10% company pension (double matched)

Private medical scheme

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial maintenance environment is essential.
• Candidates should have strong knowledge of PLC systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive, preventive, and predictive maintenance.
• Diagnose control and electrical faults.
• Mentor apprentices and support continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Experience in a manufacturing environment

Knowledge of PLC systems (Siemens S7, Allen Bradley preferred)

Strong teamwork

Flexibility

Proactive mindset

Education

Recognised apprenticeship in Control/Electrical Engineering

Tools

SCADA systems

Job description

Control Technician - Global Manufacturing Leader

Dumfries, Scotland | Full-Time, Permanent

Ready to take your skills to the next level with a world-class manufacturer? Our client is a global leader in advanced polyester films, supplying innovative materials to industries such as healthcare, electronics, packaging, and renewable energy. With sites across Europe, the Americas, and Asia Pacific, they're now growing their maintenance team in Dumfries - and are looking for a talented Control Technician to join them.

The Role

As a Control Technician, you'll help keep high-tech production systems running at peak performance. You'll carry out reactive, preventive, and predictive maintenance, diagnose control and electrical faults, and support continuous improvement projects. You'll also mentor apprentices and work collaboratively across engineering teams to keep operations safe, efficient, and reliable.

What You'll Bring

• Recognised apprenticeship in Control/Electrical Engineering
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial maintenance environment
• Knowledge of PLC systems (Siemens S7, Allen Bradley preferred) and SCADA systems
• Strong teamwork, flexibility, and a proactive mindset

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary + annual reviews & bonus
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• 10% company pension (double matched)
• Private medical scheme
• Ongoing training and development

Apply now and power your career forward with a global innovator in manufacturing