Mechanical Fitter

Job Purpose

Our client is seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter to carry out mechanical maintenance activities within a 24-hour fused minerals processing environment. The role involves ensuring plant reliability, supporting safe operations, and contributing to the overall efficiency of the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of the Engineering Supervisor to complete assigned maintenance tasks promptly and effectively.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance data, including input and output logs.
• Evaluate equipment performance and make recommendations for improvements.
• Adhere to all safety procedures, permits, and company policies.
• Immediately report unsafe activities or conditions to the Line Supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working area at all times.

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience working within a maintenance environment, ideally in heavy industry or manufacturing.
• Familiarity with health & safety systems, including lock out / tag out procedures.
• Willingness to assist with tasks outside core mechanical responsibilities when required.
• Strong team-working capabilities as well as the ability to work independently.
• Good communication skills.
• Competent in the safe operation of mechanical equipment.
• Commitment to following safe working practices to protect self and colleagues.
• Physically fit and able to meet the demands of the role.
• Flexibility to work rotating shift patterns.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of pipefitting, pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical, and control systems.
• Experience with equipment installation.
• Experience operating forklift trucks, mobile elevated work platforms (MEWPs) or similar equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance.
• Electrical qualifications or experience (advantageous).
• Counterbalance forklift truck licence (desirable).
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills.

If you are interested in the above role please send your cv to [contact hidden]