Maintenance Fitter

J C Bamford Excavators Ltd; Isycoed; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading machinery manufacturer is seeking a skilled Maintenance Fitter to join their team. The role involves diagnosing mechanical faults, carrying out preventative maintenance, and supporting a continuous improvement culture. Ideal candidates will have completed a mechanical engineering apprenticeship, possess strong mechanical skills, and be adaptable to varied shift patterns. This position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

33 days’ holiday

Access to onsite gym

In-house doctor and dentist

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in fault finding and repair of CNC machine tools.
• Comfortable working varied shift patterns and overtime.
• Computer literate and able to manage maintenance documentation.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults and breakdowns.
• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Supporting TPM strategies.

Skills

Fault finding and repair of CNC machine tools

Working with pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems

Strong mechanical skills

Good communication abilities

Adaptability and resilience

Education

Recognised mechanical engineering apprenticeship

HNC qualification or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We’re excited to offer a new opportunity for a skilled and experienced Maintenance Fitter to join our dedicated team at JCB Transmissions. This is a hands-on role where you’ll play a key part in keeping our advanced manufacturing equipment running efficiently and reliably.

You’ll be working in a fast-paced environment, supporting continuous improvement and helping drive our transition toward a modern, predictive maintenance approach. If you’re passionate about engineering and thrive in a team that embraces change and innovation, this could be the perfect fit.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults and breakdowns
• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance and repairs
• Installing and maintaining mechanical services and systems
• Servicing and maintaining CNC machine tools, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems
• Supporting TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) strategies
• Working across various shift patterns and overtime as required
• Planning and organising work schedules to meet deadlines
• Communicating effectively with colleagues, internal customers, and managers
• Operating across all JCB Wrexham sites, with flexibility to move between locations

You’ll be part of a team that’s driving significant change and development, contributing to a more efficient and forward-thinking maintenance culture.

Qualifications

• You’ve completed a recognised mechanical engineering apprenticeship and hold an HNC qualification (or equivalent)
• You have experience in fault finding and repair of CNC machine tools
• You're confident working with pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems, including process plant and material handling equipment
• You’re comfortable working varied shift patterns and overtime to meet business needs
• You’re a self-starter, capable of working independently and as part of a team
• You’re adaptable, resilient, and thrive in a changing environment
• You have strong mechanical skills, good communication abilities, and a sense of urgency
• You’re computer literate and able to manage maintenance documentation effectively
• You’re committed to continuous improvement and supporting a predictive maintenance approach

What happens next?

Ordinarily, our Resourcing Team reviews and shortlists CVs. If shortlisted, you’ll speak to one of our Recruiters to discuss the role further. Our interview process usually consists of an initial team interview followed by an in-person interview. We’ll keep in touch throughout the process but if you have any questions, please email [e-mail]

What’s in it for you?

This is your chance to join a company that values expertise not only in rewards but also in real employee care. At JCB you don’t just get a competitive salary, 33 days’ holiday and access to our company pension—you can also use our onsite gym, in-house doctor, dentist and visiting optician. We have an ULEV car scheme available for our employees too. Then there’s the JCB Rewards Hub, which gives you discounts with high street retailers. Feel like biking to work? There’s our Cycle to Work Scheme.

We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We’re committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair and inclusive. If you face any accessibility challenges with your online application and require additional support, you have the option of speaking to a member of our Recruitment Team who can support you to complete an application in an alternative format. If you would benefit from this support, please email [e-mail], and a member of the team will be in touch.

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