Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer

Scott & Fyfe Ltd; Tayport; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company with over 160 years of experience in technical textiles is seeking a permanent Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer for their Tayport facility. This role involves maintaining and improving plant reliability through both reactive and proactive engineering services, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates should have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a similar role, with recognised electrical qualifications and proven fault-finding skills.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Company pension scheme

Employee share ownership and purchase plans

Profit-sharing scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Health and wellbeing program

Paid bereavement leave

Sick pay entitlement

Competitive salary with Overtime Enhancements

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in multi-skilled maintenance or engineering role.
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
• Experience with PUWER assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections of electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Diagnose and repair equipment failures promptly.
• Support installation and commissioning of new plant and equipment.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Electrical fault-finding

Communication

Use of CMMS software

Education

Recognised electrical qualifications

Job description

ABOUT SCOTT & FYFE

At Scott & Fyfe, innovation, collaboration, and diversity are core to everything we do. With over 160 years of heritage in the design and production of technical textiles, we serve a wide range of global markets.

Due to sustained growth and increased demand across our product lines, we are expanding our Engineering Team. We are currently seeking a permanent, full-time Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer to be based at our Tayport works facility.

ROLE SUMMARY

As a Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer, you will support the Engineering Team in maintaining and improving plant reliability through both reactive and proactive electrical and mechanical engineering services. Your role will involve fault-finding, installation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of equipment and systems. This hands-on position offers a diverse scope of work, allowing you to apply and develop your technical skills across both modern and legacy systems within a single site environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct routine inspections of electrical and mechanical equipment to ensure full functionality, compliance, and hazard mitigation.
• Diagnose equipment failures and implement appropriate repair or replacement solutions. Document all maintenance activities, including repairs, faults, and parts usage, using the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Carry out repairs on electrical systems including wiring, circuit breakers, motors, control panels, and other key components.
• Perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) for new machinery prior to commissioning.
• Interpret and utilise engineering schematics, technical diagrams, and manuals during troubleshooting and repairs.
• Advise on equipment lifespan and proactively recommend replacement plans to prevent downtime or safety risks.
• Complete all preventative maintenance activities according to planned schedules to maximise uptime and reduce unplanned costs.
• Respond effectively and safely to breakdowns, minimising disruption to production processes.
• Support the installation and commissioning of new plant and equipment in line with applicable standards and regulations.
• Participate in design reviews for bespoke in-house machinery developments.
• Maintain detailed shift logs and reports in the CMMS system.
• Collaborate closely with production teams to support product quality and adherence to ISO 9001 standards.
• Promote and maintain high standards of housekeeping across work areas, workshops, and stores.
• Comply with all company rules, policies, and operating procedures at all times.
• Undertake any other engineering-related duties as assigned.
• Continuously seek and implement best practices in engineering and maintenance operations.

HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure full compliance with all Health & Safety policies and safe working practices.
• Maintain awareness of and comply with all statutory safety and environmental regulations.
• Champion safe behaviours and actively contribute to a culture of continuous improvement in safety performance.
• Ensure appropriate handling, usage, and control of substances in accordance with COSHH regulations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Essential:

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a similar multi-skilled maintenance or engineering role.
• Recognised electrical qualifications.
• Proven mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficient in the use of CMMS software for maintenance management.
• Experience with PUWER assessments. Desirable:
• Working knowledge of PLC systems (programming not essential).
• Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Previous experience in extrusion and/or coating environments.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Additional Pay:

• Annual bonus Benefits:
• Company pension scheme
• Employee share ownership and purchase plans
• Profit-sharing scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Health and wellbeing program
• Paid bereavement leave
• Sick pay entitlement
• Competitive salary with Overtime Enhancements

Work Schedule:

• 12-hour rotating shifts (days/nights)
• Overtime available