Multi-Skilled Technician

Beam Suntory; Oban; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global spirits company in Scotland is seeking a skilled Engineer to support the Bowmore and Laphroaig distilleries. The role involves ensuring operational efficiency and safety through maintenance and improvements. Ideal candidates will have an HNC in Engineering and experience in the Scotch Whisky industry or similar FMCG. Proficiency in multiple continuous improvement methodologies is desired, along with strong communication skills. This position emphasizes teamwork and proactive problem-solving.

Qualifications

• HNC in Electrical/mechanical Engineering or Multi-Disciplinary Engineering required.
• Recognized Engineering Apprenticeship is essential.
• Experience in Scotch Whisky or a similar FMCG environment preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary.
• Valid driver's license for driving to remote plants is required.

Responsibilities

• Main engineering contact for Bowmore and Laphroaig distilleries.
• Ensure efficient Planned Preventative Maintenance practices.
• Engage in Hazard Awareness reporting and action.
• Carry out maintenance under Lockout Tagout (LOTO) system.
• Participate in Daily Operation Review and MDT meetings.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Communication Skills

Multi-disciplinary Engineering

Education

HNC in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Recognized Engineering Apprenticeship

Tools

PLC programming

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

At Suntory Global Spirits, we craft spirits of the highest quality and deliver brilliant experiences to people around the world. Suntory Global Spirits has evolved into the world's third largest leading premium spirits company ... where each employee is treated like family and trusted with legacy. With our greatest assets - our premium spirits and our people - we're driving growth through impactful marketing, innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. Suntory Global Spirits is a place where you can come Unleash your Spirit by making an impact each and every day.

What makes this a great opportunity?

• This position is responsible for supporting the current Bowmore and Laphroaig distillery teams to ensure the distilleries operate at extremely high levels of efficiency & safety.
• The candidate will work to ensure equipment is maintained to the highest standard through detailed Planned Preventative Maintenance & also have the skills to quickly react to unplanned electrical/mechanical breakdown situations.
• The candidate will fully support all technical aspects of project work & will be proactive in identifying & implementing team & individual improvements to plant efficiency or safety.

Role Responsibilities

• Be the main point of contact for all engineering work at Bowmore distillery/Laphroaig distillery, feeding back to Distilleries engineering manager.
• High focus on Lean Manufacturing through OBSW including EHS, Visual Management, Autonomous Maintenance, 5S & Focused Improvement.
• High level of planning and engagement in Planned Preventative Maintenance with inspections carried out to a high degree of detail and on time. Recording findings & ensuring potential equipment failures are identified & rectified.
• Operate a rigid Permit to Work system ensuring all contractors supply job specific Risk Assessments & Method Statements (RAMS) taking into consideration any high-risk activities.
• Fully engage in Hazard Awareness reporting & action where appropriate ensuring identified hazards are eliminated/mitigated.
• Carry out maintenance & repair under Lockout Tagout (LOTO) system of safe working & updating LOTO records.
• Implementation of autonomous maintenance programme through operator training.
• Analysis of poor/declining performance & implementation of effective & sustainable solutions. This information is gained from attendance at Daily Operation Review meetings, MDT (Multi discipline team) meetings and ITF (Implementation Task Force) meetings.

Qualifications

• HNC in Electrical/mechanical Engineering or Multi-Disciplinary Engineering.
• Recognized Engineering Apprenticeship
• Experience within the Scotch Whisky Industry or a similar FMCG environment would be preferable.
• Excellent written and verbal skills, with the ability to use Word, Excel, and Power point.
• Versed in multiple continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, etc.)
• Possess a valid driver's license, for driving to remote plants.
• Excellent written and verbal skills, with the ability to use Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work across multiple locations and geographies.
• COMPEX and working toward 18th edition.
• PLC programming

Please note, we would also love to hear from you if you are a mechanical engineer with the willingness to become multi- skilled.

At Suntory Global Spirits, people are our number one priority, and we believe our people grow together in diverse and inclusive environments where their unique insights, experiences and backgrounds are valued and respected. Suntory Global Spirits is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, military veteran status and all other characteristics, attributes or choices protected by law. All recruitment and hiring decisions are based on an applicant’s skills and experience.