Maintenance Fitter

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Maintenance Fitter, where your skills will ensure machinery operates at peak efficiency. In this role, you'll be responsible for performing mechanical repairs, troubleshooting systems, and conducting inspections. You'll also have the opportunity to engage in welding and fabrication tasks, contributing to the overall reliability of plant equipment. This innovative firm values work-life balance, offering flexible working arrangements and generous holiday allowances. If you're passionate about maintenance and looking for a supportive environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

27 days holiday

Flexible working

Sabbatical options

Paid volunteering day annually

Family friendly policies

Community engagement programs

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical maintenance and repairs of machinery and equipment.
• Proficient in welding and fabrication processes.
• Knowledge of pneumatic systems and ability to read technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance and repairs in line with operational plans.
• Diagnose faults and conduct inspections to restore functionality.
• Perform welding and fabrication processes on various equipment.

Skills

Mechanical Repairs

Welding (MIG, TIG)

Pneumatic Systems Knowledge

Troubleshooting

Electrical Installation

Education

City & Guilds Electrical Qualifications

BTEC/NVQ Level 3 Mechanical Engineering

City & Guilds 2360 Electrical Installation Parts 1 & 2

City & Guilds 2381 17th Edition IEE Regulations

BS 4872 MMA/MIG Welding Training

Tools

Welding Machines

Cutting Machines

Bending Machines

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Fitter

Are you a skilled Maintenance Fitter with a passion for keeping machinery running smoothly? Join our team and be part of a high-performing operation where your technical expertise makes a real impact.

What You'll Do:

1. Carry out maintenance and repairs in line with operational plans
2. Enhance the reliability of plant equipment while reducing costs
3. Perform lifting, rigging & slinging operations, including crane and hoist operation (if trained)
4. Maintain pumping, compressed air, and pneumatic systems
5. Troubleshoot and repair bulk storage and material handling systems (silos, vessels, hoppers), transport systems pneumatic and mechanical

Mechanical Maintenance & Repairs:

• Perform mechanical repairs and maintenance on machinery, equipment, and infrastructure
• Diagnose faults, analyze failures, and carry out corrective actions to restore functionality
• Conduct inspections, adjustments, and calibrations according to company standards

Documentation, Instructions, Plans, and Drawings:

• Work from written instructions, understand system drawings and plans
• Possess working knowledge of pneumatic systems, with the ability to read and understand system drawings, identify faults, and facilitate rectification work

Welding / Fabrication:

• Carry out welding and fabrication processes using bending, folding, rolling, and cutting machines, and all welding processes available (e.g., MIG, TIG, manual arc, arc-air, mixed gases)
• Possess good bench fitting skills, including fitting keys, shaft pulleys, gears, couplings, pneumatic drives, motors, and control valves

Education/Qualifications:

Don't worry if you don't tick every box—if you bring some of the qualifications below and have a proactive, hands-on attitude, we'd love to hear from you:

• Time-served Electrician with City & Guilds Electrical qualifications and/or relevant NVQ
• BTEC/NVQ Level 3 Mechanical Engineering
• City & Guilds 2360 Electrical Installation Parts 1 & 2
• City & Guilds 2381 17th Edition IEE Regulations for Electrical Installations
• BS 4872 MMA/MIG Welding Training

What's on Offer:

• Salary: £40,000
• Employer of Choice: Armed Forces Covenant (Silver), Disability Confident (Committed), 5% Club (Platinum), Mates in Mind, Clear Assured (Foundation), MPQC, STEM Ambassador
• Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays), agile working, flexible working, holiday purchase, sabbatical
• Family Friendly Policies: Maternity, paternity, parental leave, neonatal, adoption, IVF, menopause
• Social Value: Paid volunteering day annually, community engagement including LGBTQ+, Women in Science and Engineering (STEM), Armed Forces