Dayshift Mechanical Engineer

Etex; Stirling; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Superglass, part of Etex's Insulation division in Stirling, is seeking a Dayshift Mechanical Engineer to keep the Stirling plant running. You will carry out planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance across production equipment and building services, and support the installation of new plant.

Join a close-knit maintenance team with hands-on work on conveyors, gearboxes and rotating machinery. Core hours are Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm, with occasional 6am starts during planned shutdowns

Qualifications

• HNC or HND in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent by experience), or Level 3 apprenticeship.
• Mechanical engineering background relevant to industrial environments.
• Hands-on experience maintaining plant equipment (conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, hydraulics, pneumatics).
• Process-oriented, autonomous, and able to work on your own or as part of a team.
• Proficient with Word and Excel; comfortable using a CMMS.
• Able to move around the plant, stand/walk for long periods, and lift heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance across the production plant and building services.
• Respond to maintenance requests in the CMMS and record work there.
• Start each shift by agreeing tasks with the team and perform daily checks.
• Work hands-on with conveyors, gearboxes and rotating equipment.
• Support installation of new plant and equipment per regulations and safety guidelines.
• Liaise with suppliers to arrange parts outside normal hours.
• Follow health and safety standards and participate in Kaizen and 5S.

Skills

Conveyor systems

Rotating machinery

Gearboxes

Bearings

Pumps

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Autonomous working

Self-directed

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Level 3 mechanical engineering apprenticeship

Tools

CMMS

Word

Excel

Job description

Summary

We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever-evolving industry.

Location

Stirling, GB

Superglass, part of Etex's Insulation division, is a top three player in the UK and Ireland glass mineral wool market, manufacturing thermal and acoustic insulation at our plant in Stirling, Scotland. Made largely from recycled glass, our products help make buildings warmer, quieter and more energy efficient. As part of Etex, a global building materials group with around 1,200 teammates across the UK and Ireland, we offer the feel of a local site with the backing of an international business.

We're looking for a Dayshift Mechanical Engineer to keep our Stirling plant running, carrying out planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance across our production equipment and building services, and supporting the installation of new plant. You'll join a close‑knit maintenance team with a wide range of equipment to work on, and you'll receive training on plant systems and vibration analysis. Core hours are Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm, with occasional 6am starts during planned shutdowns and some night or weekend callouts.

What You'll Do

• Carry out planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance across the production plant and building services.
• Respond to maintenance requests logged in our computerised maintenance management system and record your work there.
• Start each shift by agreeing tasks with the team, and complete routine daily checks.
• Work hands‑on with conveyor systems, bearings, gearboxes and other rotating equipment.
• Support the installation of new plant and equipment, in line with current regulations and health and safety guidelines.
• Give practical help to production team leaders and liaise with suppliers to arrange parts outside normal working hours.
• Follow health and safety standards and risk assessments and take part in continuous improvement activities such as Kaizen and 5S.

What You'll Bring

• An HNC or HND in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent by experience), or a completed Level 3 mechanical engineering apprenticeship.
• A mechanical engineering background relevant to industrial engineering.
• Hands‑on experience maintaining plant equipment such as conveyor systems, rotating machinery, gearboxes, bearings, pumps, hydraulics and pneumatics, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• A process‑oriented, autonomous and self‑directed working style, able to work on your own or as part of a team.
• Computer literacy (Word and Excel), and confidence working with a computerised maintenance management system.
• The ability to move around the production plant, including standing or walking for long periods and lifting heavy equipment using lifting aids.

Desirable

• An industrial engineering background.

Why join us?

• Our culture – we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.
• Our 'Road to Sustainability 2030' is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions
• We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination
• Flexibility: For us, hybrid and flexible working is all about trust, and we want you to be able to do your best work (depending on the role).

Etex is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or selection process, please let us know and we will be happy to discuss how we can support you.