Senior Technical Operator

Innovate; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Glasgow is seeking a skilled Senior Technical Operator (Electrical Bias) with NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering. The role involves performing advanced preventative and breakdown maintenance on high-speed packaging equipment and supporting production initiatives. Candidates should have strong fault-finding skills and familiarity with maintenance planning systems. This full-time position offers a salary of £58,823 and requires commitment to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must hold an NVQ / SVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with high-speed packaging or bottling line equipment.
• Familiar with CMMS and asset care programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced preventative and breakdown maintenance.
• Support production changeovers across bottling and packaging equipment.
• Record maintenance activities using the CMMS.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Diagnostic skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Maintenance planning

Education

NVQ / SVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

HNC in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Senior Technical Operator (Electrical Bias)

Shift : Full-time, rotating shifts

Salary : £58,823 (inclusive of shift)

You must hold an NVQ / SVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering to be considered for this role.

Bring your technical skills and engineering expertise to a fast-paced manufacturing environment where precision, problem-solving, and proactive maintenance make all the difference. We're looking for a skilled Senior Technical Operator who thrives on tackling complex issues, keeping production lines running smoothly, and supporting continuous improvement.

What you’ll be doing :

• Carry out advanced preventative and breakdown maintenance to ensure machines meet targets for efficiency, yield, and product quality.
• Support new initiatives, programs, and production changeovers across bottling and packaging equipment (fillers, labellers, UV lamps, etc.).
• Deliver both planned and corrective asset care in line with the maintenance execution plan (MEP).
• Use the site’s CMMS to record maintenance activities accurately and ensure asset performance data is kept up to date.
• Conduct QESH checks to maintain compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Take part in shift handovers, safety briefings, and continuous improvement activities.
• Follow site safety procedures at all times, helping to maintain a zero-accident culture.

What you’ll need :

• NVQ / SVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering and an HNC (Electrical).
• Time-served apprenticeship in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Proven experience maintaining high-speed packaging or bottling line equipment.
• Strong fault‑finding and diagnostic skills on complex automated machinery.
• Familiarity with maintenance planning systems (CMMS) and asset care programs.
• Background in FMCG or other fast‑paced manufacturing environments is advantageous.