Mechanical Fitter (Day Shift)

EGGER UK; Auchinleck; On-site; GBP 34,826 - 42,565; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and pension

Annual Christmas bonus

Wellbeing checks and lifestyle support

Global business across 11 countries

Free parking

Free weekly fruit

Career development opportunities

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

EGGER UK is seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter to join the Maintenance Team at Barony in Auchinleck. The role involves day shifts, maximising plant availability and maintaining equipment reliability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will have SVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, strong maintenance knowledge, and the ability to work both independently and within a team. Health and safety compliance is a priority.

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 Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance, inspections and repair work across site.
• Diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults to minimise downtime and optimise production performance.
• Working independently on routine engineering tasks while following established maintenance procedures.
• Supporting plant reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Completing maintenance records, SAP reports, and shift handover documentation accurately.
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with Health & Safety procedures and site standards.
• Reporting hazards, incidents, equipment condition issues, and production concerns promptly.
• Collaborating with Maintenance and Production teams.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Independent & team work

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook

Education

SVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Join EGGER and help keep our world-class manufacturing operation running at its best. We're looking for a skilled and motivated Mechanical Fitter to join our Maintenance Team at Barony. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineering professional who enjoys problem-solving, preventative maintenance, and working as part of a highly skilled team supporting a continuous manufacturing operation.

As a Mechanical Fitter, working on day shift, you'll play a key role in maximising plant availability, maintaining equipment reliability, and ensuring all work is carried out safely and efficiently.

City: Auchinleck (UK)
Contract Type: Full-time
Job-Code: 7031
Department: Maintenance

Annual salary £38,696

What You'll Be Doing

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance, inspections, and repair work across site.
• Diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults to minimise downtime and optimise production performance.
• Working independently on routine engineering tasks while following established maintenance procedures.
• Supporting plant reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Completing maintenance records, SAP reports, and shift handover documentation accurately.
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with Health & Safety procedures and site standards.
• Reporting hazards, incidents, equipment condition issues, and production concerns promptly.
• Collaborating closely with colleagues across Maintenance and Production teams.
• Supporting the training and development of apprentices where required.
• Participating in training programmes to develop knowledge across all areas of the Maintenance Department.

Essential

What we're looking for

• SVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent qualification).
• 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.

Desirable

• Forklift Truck Licence prefered (training can be provided).
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial maintenance environment.

Why join EGGER?

At EGGER, you'll become part of a global manufacturing business that values teamwork, safety, continuous improvement, and employee development. We invest in our people through ongoing training and development opportunities, helping you build a rewarding long-term career.

Other Benefits Include:

• A competitive salary and pension scheme (with Life Assurance).
• An annual Christmas bonus and gift.
• Annual lifestyle and wellbeing checks.
• The chance to work for an international business operating across 11 countries.
• 26.5 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• An environmental and sustainability focused employer.
• Tailored training and career development opportunities.
• The opportunity to take part in a range of employee wellbeing initiatives.
• Access to free fruit on a weekly basis.
• Free parking in a secure staff car park.

Successful candidates may be subject to drug and alcohol testing as part of our commitment to maintaining high standards of workplace safety.

If you're a proactive Mechanical Fitter looking to make an impact in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Your Chances And Benefits

• Learning and Development
• Health and Wellbeing Management
• Company Pension Scheme
• Christmas Gift and Bonus
• Environmental and Sustainable
• Global Business

Applications close 4 August 2026

Your Contact

Philip Maloney, HR, T [phone]

About EGGER

We create more from wood. With approximately 12.000 employees worldwide who work with passion, upholding our family values and innovative spirit. This is how we create products for furniture, interior design, construction as well as laminate flooring. We keep moving and are always developing – manufacturing new products, tapping into emerging markets and generating exciting prospects for everyone that works with us.