Shift Operator/Technician

Adepto Technical Recruitment Ltd; Girvan; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a motivated Shift Operator/Technician to join a team in Carrick, Girvan. This role requires operating plant systems safely and efficiently, ensuring compliance with standards, and a minimum NC in Engineering. Flexibility to work day/night shifts and a full UK driving license are essential. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum NC (or equivalent) in an Engineering discipline.
• Flexibility to work both day and night shifts.
• Full UK driving licence due to site location.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant and processes to achieve maximum efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with operational standards and safety regulations.
• Identify and report hazards to maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Telehandler/Forklift operation

IOSH Managing Safely

IPAF 3A/3B

Hydraulic Torque & Tension

Pressure Testing

Waste Management

Education

Minimum NC in an Engineering discipline

HND/HNC/Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Shift Operator / Technician – Location: Carrick, Girvan, Ayrshire

Our client are seeking a motivated and safety-conscious Shift Operator/Technician to join our operations team in Carrick. This role plays a key part in ensuring daily input and output targets are achieved, with a strong focus on safe, efficient, and high-quality operations. You will be working within a 24/7 shift pattern (159 shifts per year), including both day and night shifts (12 hours each: 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am).

Key Responsibilities

• Operate plant and processes to achieve maximum efficiency and output.
• Ensure strict compliance with operational standards, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Identify and report hazards (people and plant), ensuring a safe working environment.
• Carry out planned inspections, testing, and first-line maintenance tasks.
• Accurately complete operational logs, compliance records, and financial data.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of procedures and risk assessments.

What We're Looking For

Qualifications:

• Minimum NC (or equivalent) in an Engineering discipline.
• Ideally HND/HNC/Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or similar Engineering.

Experience / Training:

• Telehandler/Forklift operation
• IOSH Managing Safely
• IPAF 3A/3B
• ECITB Safety Passport
• Hydraulic Torque & Tension (Hi-Force/ECITB)
• Waste Management
• Harness Training
• Pressure Testing
• JCB 535S

Other Requirements:

• Full UK driving licence (essential, due to site location and use of site vehicles).
• Flexibility to work both day and night shifts