Maintenance Fitter

Heidelberg Materials AG; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading materials handling company in Nuneaton is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to maintain and repair heavy-duty equipment. This role requires strong mechanical skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to work both independently and within a team. The position offers a competitive salary of £40,500 - £52,500, overtime opportunities, and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

27 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Generous pension scheme

All tools and PPE provided

Qualifications

• Experience in a mechanical fitter role, ideally in heavy industry.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Mechanical experience with automated machinery.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical maintenance and repairs on equipment.
• Ensure machinery operates efficiently and safely.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills

Mechanical systems understanding

Proactive hands-on approach

Team collaboration

Fault diagnosis

Education

NVQ Level or relevant apprenticeship

IOSH Certificate in Safety

Job description

Maintenance Fitter (JR10006744) Nuneaton, England

Salary: GBP40100 - GBP52500 per annum

Are you a mechanically skilled professional who enjoys a hands-on role in a fast-paced, heavy-duty environment?

We’re looking for aMechanical Fitterto join our team, supporting the maintenance and reliability of equipment used in the packaging and handling of heavy materials.

About the Role

In this role, you’ll be working with robust machinery and mechanical systems essential to the packaging and movement of heavy materials. You’ll be part of a close-knit team, but also trusted to work independently, using your initiative to keep operations running smoothly and safely.

Key Responsibilities

Perform mechanical maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repairs on heavy-duty packaging and handling equipment.

Support production by ensuring machinery is operating efficiently and safely.

Maintain compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Proactive PPM in line with specific site requirements

Maintaining the highest standards of workmanship

Target of Zero Harm

Promoting Continuous Improvement and a Positive Culture

Full Compliance with National Integrated Management System (IMS)

What You’ll Bring

Proven experience in a mechanical fitter role, ideally within a heavy industry or materials handling environment.

Strong understanding of mechanical systems.

A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

IOSH Certificate in Safety – Although this training could be provided

Relevant qualifications (e.g. Ideally NVQ Level, Apprenticeship).T

Mechanical experience with automated machinery

Practical and action-oriented professional

Proactive team member with a hands-on approach

experience over 10 years on machine maintenance

What We Offer

A stable, long-term role in a growing industry.

Competitive pay £40,500 - £ 52,500pa - overtime opportunities available - Time and a half, Saturdays time and half, Sundays and Bank holidays Double time.

Holiday 27 days + Bank holiday and the opportunity to purchase extra days

A supportive team culture with room to grow and develop.

All tools and PPE provided.

Generous Pension scheme, Discounts and Benefits available.

Apply Today

If you're a skilled Mechanical Fitter who thrives in a heavy-duty, hands-on environment and values teamwork and initiative, we’d love to hear from you.