Operations Technician

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Operations Technician to join their Central Engineering Services team. This fully remote role offers the flexibility of working from home while providing essential technical support to various industries across Scotland. You'll be responsible for maintaining systems, diagnosing faults, and fostering strong customer relationships. With a competitive salary and benefits, including a fully kitted vehicle and ongoing training, this position is perfect for those eager to grow and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Fully kitted vehicle as mobile workshop

Competitive benefits package

25 days annual leave

Flexible leave options

Uniform provided

Digital tools provided

Wellbeing support

Ongoing training opportunities

Recognition and rewards

Qualifications

• Vocational qualification in mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation engineering.
• Welding experience is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and defect maintenance on systems.
• Diagnose and repair faults to ensure system reliability.
• Provide outstanding service on customer sites.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Instrumentation Engineering

Welding

Customer Relationship Management

Problem-Solving

Self-Management

Education

Vocational Qualification in Engineering

Tools

Digital Tools

Mobile Workshop Vehicle

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Operations Technician – Customer Engineering Services (CES)


Scotland (Fully Remote / Mobile Role)


£40,000 – £44,000 per annum + up to 8% annual bonus + excellent benefits


Looking for a role where your skills truly make a difference? Join a team supportingindustries that keep the world turning – from healthcare and pharmaceuticals to research, manufacturing and food.


About the Role
We’re on the lookout for a proactive and skilled Operations Technician to join our Central Engineering Services team, supporting customers across Scotland. This is a fully remote, mobile position – you'll operate from your home base, with a company vehicle provided, and take full ownership of your schedule and diary.

You’ll play a key role in delivering technical support to a wide range of industries, working independently while staying connected with a highly collaborative and supportive engineering team.


What You’ll Be Doing

• Carrying out planned and defect maintenance on a range of systems
• Diagnosing and repairing faults to ensure system reliability
• Providing outstanding service and acting as the face of our engineering team on
• customer sites across Scotland
• Managing your own calendar and schedule to meet both customer and business needs
• Working closely with project engineers to support system installations and
• commissioning
• Guiding and mentoring apprentices, trainees, and contractors once fully trained
• Sourcing and purchasing equipment, parts, and materials for workshop use
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and problem-solving activities

What You’ll Bring

• A vocational qualification in mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation engineering (or
• equivalent experience)
• Welding experience would be highly beneficial, though not essential
• A genuine desire to learn, grow, and share knowledge with others
• A collaborative mindset and strong interpersonal skills
• A proactive approach and the ability to build strong customer relationships
• A high level of personal integrity and commitment to safety and compliance
• Strong self-management skills and confidence working independently in the field
• Industry-specific training will be provided – what matters most is your attitude, curiosity, and willingness to grow.

Why Join Us?
We are a leading name in the supply and servicing of industrial, medical, and specialty gas systems. Our values – Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, and Community – are central to how we operate. We offer a workplace where ideas are welcomed, collaboration is encouraged, and diversity is celebrated.


What’s in It for You

• Salary between £40,000 – £44,000 per annum
• Up to 8% annual bonus
• Fully kitted vehicle as your mobile workshop
• Competitive benefits package including pension and life assurance
• 25 days annual leave plus flexible leave options
• Uniform and digital tools provided
• Recognition and rewards for your contributions
• Wellbeing support and discounts via a dedicated platform
• Ongoing training and real career development opportunities

Let’s Talk
If you're motivated by purpose, eager to work with cutting-edge systems, and ready to be part of a dynamic, people-focused team — we'd love to hear from you.

Not sure if you tick every box? No problem — we value potential just as much as experience.

Apply today and let’s see where your career can go.