Production Technician

Gael Force Group; Forres; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A seafood technology leader in Forres seeks a Production Technician to produce and repair equipment related to sustainable seafood farming. Candidates should have an HNC or extensive engineering experience, along with valid UK driving skills and electrical expertise. The role involves manufacturing aquaculture products, repairing returned equipment, and assisting in fault diagnosis. In return, the company offers competitive pay, generous annual leave, and staff discounts, creating an inviting work culture.

Benefits

Generous staff discount

Cycle to work scheme

Annual leave allowance starting at 31 days

Qualifications

• HNC or extensive experience in relevant Engineering subject (Mechanical).
• Valid UK driving licence.
• Electrical experience/skills including soldering.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture aquaculture products as per build procedures.
• Repair returned equipment following repair procedures.
• Carry out ongoing service work and pre-installation tasks.
• Assist in diagnosing faults on customer sites.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical skills

Soldering

Driving

Education

HNC in Engineering or relevant extensive experience

Job description

Salary: From £14.50 - £17.50 per hour, negotiable depending on experience

Hours: 39 hours per week, potential overtime based on production requirements

Location: Forres

Would you like to play a leading part in building exciting new technology for the growth of healthy, nutritious seafood?

For over 40 years, Gael Force Group has grown with ambition and a clear purpose, established as a leading supply partner of equipment, technology, and services for the sustainable farming of healthy, nutritious seafood.

Ready to embark on a new and exciting challenge? Consider joining us and play your part in sustainably feeding the planet.

What is the job role?

We are currently seeking a Production Technician to be responsible for producing equipment as required by the Production Supervisor and carrying out workshop repairs and services on Gael Force Marine Technology equipment returned by customers.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Carry out the manufacture of aquaculture products in accordance to build procedures.
• Carry out repairs of returned equipment in accordance with the repair’s procedure.
• Carry out ongoing service work.
• Carry out pre-installation and preparatory work in the aquaculture workshop.
• To carry out field work as required.
• Test manufactured products.
• Assist in the diagnosis of faults on customer sites if required.
• Assist in the training of production staff.
• Adhere to company and customer Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain clear, concise, and accurate records of product manufacturing.
• Record and produce accurate timesheets and job sheets.

What you’ll need

• HNC or extensive experience in relevant Engineering subject (Mechanical).
• Valid UK driving licence.
• Electrical experience/skills (incl. soldering).

What can you expect

In return for working a 39-hour week, we are offering:

• A salary from £14.50 - £17.50 per hour negotiable dependant on the experience and knowledge of the candidate.
• Generous staff discount on over 10,000 product lines instore.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Annual leave allowance commencing at 31 days per annum and increasing generously with length of service up to 36 days.

If you have the ambition, enthusiasm, and passion then we want to hear from you now!

You can apply direct online to Gael Force Group or please send us your current CV with a covering letter to [e-mail] detailing your reasons for applying and why you would be suitable for this position.

Understand more about our culture, products and where we have come from by visiting gaelforcegroup.com.