Maintenance Fitter

Camira; Holmfirth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23+ days holiday with option to buy

Job summary

Camira are a multi-award-winning textile manufacturer dedicated to innovation and sustainability. This role focuses on the reliable operation and maintenance of production machinery, delivering timely engineering support to minimise downtime and contribute to efficient, safe manufacturing processes.

You will carry out PPM and reactive maintenance on textile equipment such as tentering, dyeing, and finishing machinery, diagnose faults, and support new equipment installations while ensuring

Qualifications

• Mechanical and/or electrical fault-finding skills with hands-on repair ability.
• Experience with industrial/textile machinery is desirable.
• Good knowledge of health and safety regulations and safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on textile machinery to minimise downtime.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults to ensure reliable operation.
• Support installation, testing and commissioning of new equipment or upgrades.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and liaise with production teams to coordinate downtime and ensure compliance.

Education

City & Guilds or equivalent in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Job description

Camira are a multi-award-winning textile manufacturer with two centuries of heritage and a forward-thinking approach to innovation and sustainability, Camira designs and manufactures environmental fabrics for the commercial, public transport and residential sectors.

Purpose of the role

Ensure the reliable operation and maintenance of production machinery by delivering timely engineering support, minimising downtime, and contributing to efficient and safe manufacturing processes.

The day to day

• To adhere to the Camira Code of Conduct and comply with all relevant quality, environmental, health & safety, data protection, and corporate legislative requirements
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on textile machinery, including: Tenters, Jet dyeing machines, Wool milling and dyeing machines.
• Textile finishing and preparation equipment
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults to minimise downtime.
• Ensure all machinery operates in line with manufacturing specifications and performance standards.
• Maintain ancillary infrastructure and facilities such as steam, water, effluent, services and power.
• Assist with installation, testing, and commissioning new equipment and upgrades.
• Support improvements to machinery efficiency, reliability, and energy performance.
• Conduct routine inspections and ensure equipment is safe and compliant.
• Work in line with health and safety regulations across all departments.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Liaise with production teams and other departments to support smooth operations.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives (e.g. Lean / efficiency projects).
• Support contractors and external engineers when required. Responsibilities and duties should be kept concise.

Other Considerations

• Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering qualification (City & Guilds or equivalent)
• 17th Edition Wiring Regulations and PAT Testing (desirable)
• Experience with industrial machinery (textile machinery highly desirable)
• Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical and electrical systems
• Basic knowledge of plumbing and utilities (advantageous)Awareness of Health & Safety regulations
• Ability to work at heights and in industrial environments
• 23 + Days Holiday with option to buy

Our success lies in our customer’s success. We focus on building long lasting relationships and delivering a brilliant customer experience to a global market; using digital technologies, providing high-quality products, support and services that add value, inspire, and exceed expectations.

Our commitment to quality, health & safety, and environmental standards ensures we consistently deliver products and services that meet both customer and regulatory requirements.

We do the right thing, no matter how hard. We uphold integrity, honesty, and transparency with our customers, our people, and the planet. We respect our resources and commit to making pioneering fabrics and delivering value added services that contribute positively to a more sustainable future.

At Camira, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of our values. We adopt a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. Our inclusive culture ensures all employees have equal opportunities for growth and development. If you require any adjustments and/or additional support during the interview process, please let the talent team know.