Quick overview
Job description
Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Function: Commercial
Location: Invergordon Distillery, Invergordon
Job Level: (Internal Reference Only) 4
Contract: Full Time / Permanent - Onsite - Monday to Thursday, 08:00am – 4:30pm & Friday, 08:00 – 14:00 (38 hours p/w).
Role Reports to: Team Leader - Engineering
Date vacancy will close: Friday 27th November 2027. Where we receive high numbers of applications we may close vacancies early. If you think this is the right opportunity for you please don't delay in applying!
Who we are:
Born in Glasgow, made in Scotland and enjoyed around the world. Whyte and Mackay is home to a collection of multi-award-winning global whisky brands led by The Dalmore, Fettercairn, Jura and Tamnavulin. Our mission is to be a driving force in whisky, renowned for building brands that stand-out. Enabled by our brilliant community of 675 colleagues, reaching across 17 countries and counting. We're led by our values, continuing to grow and invest and looking for great talent to join our brilliant community. Ready to hear more?
What the opportunity looks like:
The Maintenance Technician is required to create, action, monitor and feedback the distilling maintenance programme and respond to plant breakdown situations. This may include Invergordon, Tamnavulin, Fettercairn and Dalmore Distilleries in addition to all aspects of Invergordon Engineering.
Use of our Computerised Maintenance Management System help create, action, monitor and feedback on all maintenance tasks.
To work with operators to aid distillation, filling, blending and storage of spirit which complies with Company, HMRC, HSE and customer requirements. To do all tasks within competence and training.
Health and Safety
Contributing to the companies positive Health & Safety culture
Comply with all Health and Safety requirements
Work with and develop Standard Operating Procedures
Work with and develop the Permit to Work System and procedures
Planned Preventative Maintenance
Take ownership of and complete planned preventative maintenance tasks
Identify changes and improvements to planned preventative maintenance tasks
Identify new Planned Preventative Maintenance tasks
Maintain CMMS records relating to PPMs
Reactive Maintenance
Select and prioritise reactive maintenance tasks
Respond to and resolve breakdowns and issues
Maintain CMMS records relating to reactive maintenance
Analyse breakdowns to identify root cause and rectify issues
Stores
Assist stores team with selection and specifying spares holdings
Maintain asset records and spare inventory
Assist stores team with procurement of non-stock parts
Production & Project
Maintain plant operation and efficiency
Assist with minor and CAPEX projects
Carry out regular plant inspections
Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment
Skills and experience that will help you be a success:
For this role we're looking for:
SVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation
Full Driving License
Industrial plant experience
IOSH working safely or similar
Experience in process operations an advantage
Experience with PLC-SCADA and DCS systems an advantage
Compex Certificate EX01 - 06 desirable
Possess good working knowledge and practice in all technical trades on site
Knowledge of pumps, valves, hydraulics, instruments and electrical equipment
Knowledge of engineering legislation such as ATEX regulations, PSSR, LOLER, etc…
We believe that everyone has the potential for growth in our roles! You may feel you don't tick every box for this role, but if you believe you have relevant experiences that could help you succeed we'd much rather you apply rather than rule yourself out based on any self-limiting beliefs!
Why join us:
We offer a competitive salary, bonus package, life assurance, competitive pension, excellent product allowance, 35 days annual leave, plus enhanced family friendly policies. Our Rewards & Benefits page has further information.
Our application process:
If you like what you’ve read and want to explore this opportunity further, please apply before the closing date listed at the top of the advert.
Our team read each and every application, therefore you'll hear back from us in due course.
Candidate guidance on the use of AI in the application and screening process can be found on our career site.
Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment process to help you be at your best then please contact us at HRTeam@whyteandmackay.com and we'll do what we can to support.
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