Day-Shift Mechanical Fitter: Plant Maintenance

Egger; Ellon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and pension

Annual Christmas bonus

Lifestyle and wellbeing checks

Global employer across 11 countries

26.5 days holiday + bank holidays

Free fruit weekly

Free parking

Training and development opportunities

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

EGGER is seeking a proactive Mechanical Fitter to join our Barony Maintenance Team in Auchinleck. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose faults, and support reliability across a continuous manufacturing operation.

Working on day shift, you’ll contribute to safe, efficient work practices, maintain records, and aid training for apprentices while collaborating with Maintenance and Production colleagues.

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Good understanding of mechanical maintenance principles and safe working practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills.
• Good attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Commitment to maintaining high safety and housekeeping standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance, inspections and repairs across site.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical faults to minimise downtime and optimise production performance.
• Work independently on routine engineering tasks while following established maintenance procedures.
• Support plant reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Complete maintenance records, SAP reports, and shift handover documentation accurately.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with Health & Safety procedures and site standards.
• Report hazards, incidents, equipment condition issues, and production concerns promptly.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across Maintenance and Production teams.
• Support the training and development of apprentices where required.
• Participate in training programmes to develop knowledge across all areas of the Maintenance Department.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

IT skills

Education

SVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

EGGER is seeking a proactive Mechanical Fitter to join our Barony Maintenance Team in Auchinleck. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose faults, and support reliability across a continuous manufacturing operation.

Working on day shift, you’ll contribute to safe, efficient work practices, maintain records, and aid training for apprentices while collaborating with Maintenance and Production colleagues.