Mechanical Fitter

Rate: 45-50 per hour Contract: Initial 3 months with scope for a permanent position Hours: Week 1: Monday to Friday, 8am 4pm Week 2: Monday to Friday, 10pm 6am (rotating pattern) We are seeking a skilled and reliable Mechanical Fitter to support our clients mechanical maintenance team. Youll assist with the maintenance of critical equipment and plant systems, contribute to planned outages, and ensure our operations continue to run smoothly and safely. Key Responsibilities Maintain and repair mechanical systems including conveyor belts, pumps, gearboxes, valves, cranes, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems Perform fabrication and general workshop duties Participate in planned preventative and reactive maintenance Support and deliver during scheduled plant outages Operate and maintain workshop machinery and tools Accurately complete reports using the site's CMMS system Follow safe systems of work including permit-to-work protocols Uphold site safety standards and report near misses or incidents What Were Looking For Qualifications: Time-served Mechanical Fitter with a Mechanical Apprenticeship NVQ Level 3 / BTEC in Maintenance Engineering or equivalent IOSH Managing Safely (desirable) Experience & Skills: Experience with mechanical equipment: conveyor belts, valves, gearboxes, hydraulics, pneumatics Confident with mechanical drawings and documentation Skilled in fabrication, maintenance, fault-finding, and repair Familiarity with permit to work, RAMS, and safety protocols Excellent communication and team collaboration skills This is a great opportunity to join a fast-paced environment with the potential to transition to a permanent role . If youre a proactive, hands-on mechanical fitter with experience in heavy plant maintenance wed love to hear from you. TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-10-13