Join EGGER and help keep our world-class manufacturing operation running at its best. We're looking for a skilled and motivated Mechanical Fitter to join our Maintenance Team at Barony. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineering professional who enjoys problem-solving, preventative maintenance, and working as part of a highly skilled team supporting a continuous manufacturing operation.
As a Mechanical Fitter, working on day shift, you'll play a key role in maximising plant availability, maintaining equipment reliability, and ensuring all work is carried out safely and efficiently.
City: Auchinleck (UK) Contract Type: Full-time Job-Code: 7031 Department: Maintenance
Annual salary £38,696
What you'll be doing
- Carrying out planned preventative maintenance, inspections, and repair work across site.
- Diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults to minimise downtime and optimise production performance.
- Working independently on routine engineering tasks while following established maintenance procedures.
- Supporting plant reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Completing maintenance records, SAP reports, and shift handover documentation accurately.
- Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with Health & Safety procedures and site standards.
- Reporting hazards, incidents, equipment condition issues, and production concerns promptly.
- Collaborating closely with colleagues across Maintenance and Production teams.
- Supporting the training and development of apprentices where required.
- Participating in training programmes to develop knowledge across all areas of the Maintenance Department.
What we're looking for
Essential
- SVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent qualification).
- Good understanding of mechanical maintenance principles and safe working practices.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communication skills.
- Good attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Commitment to maintaining high safety and housekeeping standards.
Desirable
- Forklift Truck Licence prefered (training can be provided).
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial maintenance environment.
Why join EGGER?
At EGGER, you'll become part of a global manufacturing business that values teamwork, safety, continuous improvement, and employee development. We invest in our people through ongoing training and development opportunities, helping you build a rewarding long-term career.
Other Benefits Include:
- A competitive salary and pension scheme (with Life Assurance).
- An annual Christmas bonus and gift.
- Annual lifestyle and wellbeing checks.
- The chance to work for an international business operating across 11 countries.
- 26.5 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- An environmental and sustainability focused employer.
- Tailored training and career development opportunities.
- The opportunity to take part in a range of employee wellbeing initiatives.
- Access to free fruit on a weekly basis.
- Free parking in a secure staff car park.
Successful candidates may be subject to drug and alcohol testing as part of our commitment to maintaining high standards of workplace safety.
Applications close 4 August 2026
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