Maintenance Fitter

JR United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading manufacturer as a Maintenance Fitter, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring efficient production through preventative maintenance and repairs. This Monday to Friday day shift position allows you to avoid shifts while enjoying the opportunity for premium overtime pay. You will be responsible for maintaining production equipment, conducting repairs, and promoting best practices in safety and quality. If you are passionate about mechanical and electrical systems and thrive in a collaborative environment, this role offers a great chance to advance your career in a dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• Qualified apprenticeship in Engineering or similar required.
• Experience in maintenance within manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on production equipment.
• Conduct mechanical and electrical repairs to reduce downtime.
• Collaborate with colleagues across all business areas.

Skills

Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Fitter

Mechanical Maintenance

Education

Level 3 qualified apprenticeship in Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Fitter

Our client is a leading manufacturer supplying the construction and residential sectors across the UK & Ireland. We are recruiting a Maintenance Fitter to carry out preventative maintenance and breakdown repairs on production equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and efficient production. This is a Monday to Friday day shift position, offering a great opportunity for those looking to avoid shifts. Overtime hours exceeding 40 are paid at a premium rate.

Responsibilities

1. Perform maintenance and repairs on production equipment and facilities.
2. Conduct mechanical and electrical repairs on machinery to reduce downtime.
3. Fault find to resolve issues and identify root causes.
4. Carry out planned maintenance and contribute to maintenance schedules.
5. Ensure compliance with company HSEQ standards and eliminate risks during maintenance.
6. Record maintenance activities using maintenance software.
7. Promote best practices in maintenance, quality, housekeeping, and H&S.
8. Collaborate effectively with colleagues across all business areas.

Requirements

1. Level 3 qualified apprenticeship in Engineering or similar.
2. Maintenance experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
3. Strong mechanical skills, including welding and fitting.
4. Knowledge of electrical systems, PLCs, drives, and motors.
5. Ability to interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.

Interested?

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Skills:

• Maintenance Engineer
• Maintenance Technician
• Maintenance Fitter
• Mechanical Maintenance