Service Technician – Onshore Workshop

Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA; Grangemouth; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA is seeking a motivated technician for the workshop in Grangemouth, Scotland, focused on inspection and repair of gas detection systems. The role requires strong analytical skills, a passion for safety, and technical problem-solving abilities. The candidates will enjoy a range of benefits, including generous holiday allowances and healthcare plans.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Discounted critical illness cover

Healthcare cash plan

Gym membership discounts – up to 25%

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Qualifications in engineering preferred, but hands-on experience considered.
• Experience in gas detection systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct workshops examination, test, service, repair, and recalibration of gas detection products.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety and maintain records accurately.
• Support scheduled and unscheduled shutdowns.

Skills

Technical diagnostic skills

Repair skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Technical qualification in engineering (electronic, electrical, computer or mechanical)

Job description

The Job Responsibilities

Who we are

Every life is unique and so are you!

At Dräger we protect, support and rescue lives day in and day out. We are interested in you if you have the desire to work for an organisation that does something more, something that is truly worth working for.

As an international leader in medical and safety technology, we develop pioneering devices, software, services and solutions that people around the world trust. Wherever Dräger products are used, it's about the most important thing: it's about life.

About the role

This Role is predominantly workshop based in Central Scotland and requires a hard-working self-motivated individual with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. You will be part of a busy dynamic team committed to maintaining a large Draeger installed base by providing efficient examination, test, service, repair, and recalibration on the full range of products from the vast Draeger Safety portfolio and maintaining the companies Rental Robot portfolio through-out the UK.

The main details are highlighted below.

To perform workshop examination, test, service, repair, and recalibration on the full range of products from the Draeger portable gas portfolio and the pre-rental preparation of Draeger Rental Equipment whilst ensuring client deadlines are met.

• High housekeeping standards by keeping work areas clean & tidy whilst maintaining company assets & tools in accordance with company guidelines
• Maintain accurate auditable ATEX register.
• Ensure required turnaround time are achieved for all repairs IAW agreed service level agreement
• Complete all product and process training as directed by Contract Manager
• Completion of all mandatory technical processes relating to the repairs as detailed in Test certificates and service manuals
• Preparation of technical repair reports as required by the customer
• Completion of all service orders to ensure accurate quotation and invoice creation
• Ensure correct reporting of spare parts to ensure stock accuracy is maintained at all times
• Compliance with health and safety requirements within the workshop at all times
• Take a proactive approach to improving workshop efficiency and safety
• Understanding of COSHH requirements within workshop
• Correct handling of all tooling
• Flexible approach to other repair orientated tasks as required
• Planned and unplanned shutdowns to be supported including occasional out of hours and weekend working.

Shared responsibilities

All employees have a responsibility:

• to comply with the Business Information Centre (BIC) and minimise any impact on the environment whilst carrying out their duties.
• to ensure and promote safe working conditions for all employees, visitors and contractors by implementing, monitoring and complying with occupational health & safety provisions
• to embed our WeLEAD competencies – I build trust, I create value for the customer, I enable others, I provide direction, I embrace diversity, I deliver results

Reporting Relationships

Manager

• Grangemouth Contract Manager

Size of team/environment

• You will be welcomed into a small team predominantly supporting Ineos FPS and O&P contracts covering the portable gas detection set up throughout Scotland including scheduled and unscheduled shutdown support.

Your Qualifications

Role Requirements

Education/Qualifications

• The candidate would preferably be qualified in a related technical area such as, electronic, electrical, computer or mechanical engineering,
• However, depending on experience, possessing the willingness to learn and an authentic attitude in the spirit of Draeger may be sufficient.

Related Experience

• Experience in Inspection and Repair of Fixed & Portable Gas Detection and Shutdown Management is preferrable.

Skills, Special Competencies

• Reliable, honest & trustworthy and act as an ambassador for the company
• Excellent technical, diagnostic and repair skills
• Confident in dealing with colleagues and customers effectively
• Great team player but can work just as effectively individually
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Diplomacy and tact
• Full driving license

The Draeger Workplace

Dräger‘s Benefits

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to purchase up to 3 additional days
• Discounted critical illness cover, dental cover, and partner life assurance
• Healthcare cash plan
• Discounted shopping & leisure voucher
• Tusker car scheme
• Cycle to Work
• Gym membership discounts – up to 25%
• Charity Giving scheme

Dräger‘s dedication

At Dräger we have a clear vision, to be an organisation with a working environment that includes adiverse mix of talented people who want to come, stay and grow.

We ensure candidates with the required qualifications and experience will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

All are welcome to apply!.

Who we are

From hospitals to fire departments to industrial customers, people around the world rely on our products: cutting-edge technology that combines real engineering with the digital future. With over 130 years of experience, passion and the bold ideas of more than 16,000 employees, we are committed to turning technology into ›technology for life‹.