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24/7 Plant Operator & Technician
- ayr, scotland, United Kingdom
Job Description
Shift Operator / Technician
Location: 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 365 - (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
Ideally with experience or training in one or more of the following:
- Telehandler/Forklift operation
- IOSH Managing Safely
- IPAF 3A/3B
- ECITB Safety Passport
- Hydraulic Torque & Tension (Hi-Force/ECITB)
- Waste Management
- Harness Training
- Pressure Testing
Other Requirements
- Full UK driving licence (essential, due to site location and use of site vehicles).
- Flexibility to work both day and night shifts