Maintenance Fitter Northwest

WSR Recycling; Widnes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic waste management company is seeking a skilled Maintenance Fitter to join their team in Widnes. The ideal candidate will ensure the operational efficiency of machinery across our sites, adhering to health and safety standards while performing maintenance tasks. Applicants should have relevant qualifications and experience in plant maintenance, strong diagnostic skills, and a commitment to safety. This is an opportunity to contribute to a sustainable future with an industry leader committed to innovation and excellence.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence – Category B required.
• Experience in plant or heavy equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge of heavy plant machinery.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and ad-hoc maintenance on plant machinery.
• Diagnose and repair faults across multiple sites.
• Deliver planned maintenance to minimize downtime.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Teamwork

Commitment to safety

Education

Relevant qualifications in plant maintenance or mechanical engineering

Job description

We are looking for a skilled and proactive Maintenance Fitter to support operations across our sites in Widnes, Salford, and Bromborough.

In this role, you will be responsible for the maintenance and servicing of plant and machinery essential to the operation of our waste management facilities. Your work is critical to ensuring the smooth, safe, and efficient operation of each site, helping us deliver on our commitment to environmental sustainability and compliance.

This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced environment, requiring flexibility and a strong focus on safety and reliability.

Hours: 6am - 6pm, Monday – Friday

Key accountabilities:

1. Maintenance: Perform scheduled and ad-hoc maintenance on plant machinery (e.g., conveyors, shredders, excavators).
2. Reactive Repairs (Multi-Site): Diagnose and repair faults across Widnes, Salford, and Bromborough sites.
3. Preventative Maintenance: Deliver planned maintenance to minimise breakdowns and downtime.
4. Safety & Compliance: Ensure all work meets health, safety, and environmental standards.
5. Documentation: Record inspections, repairs, and parts usage accurately.
6. Teamwork: Work with site teams to resolve issues and improve plant performance.

Experience and Skills:

• Full UK Driving Licence – Category B (required for van travel between sites).
• Relevant qualifications in plant maintenance, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in plant or heavy equipment maintenance, ideally in waste management or industrial environments.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving abilities.
• Solid knowledge of heavy plant machinery and associated systems.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.

About You

About Us

Join us on the journey…

Over the past 30 years, Beauparc has continued to grow and acquire businesses that share a similar vision and values. We’re now a group of almost 3000 people, all contributing to that growth and success.

While Beauparc is the parent company to numerous brands, we all share an ambitious vision for the future. Our primary goal is to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our people and connected partners. As a team, we’re safer together. We deliver our customers a partnership approach to managing resources responsibly. We constantly push the boundaries of innovation. What’s good today can be better tomorrow.

Beauparc is not just a company; it’s a resource recovery business. Over the past three decades, we’ve grown and diversified significantly, believing that great leadership is rooted in strong values. As industry leaders, we’re committed to shaping a better future for our communities. Our philosophy balances customer satisfaction with environmentally sustainable practices. Exceptional customer service and dedication to sustainability are the cornerstones of our business.

Our journey depends on talented, passionate, and dedicated people who strive for better outcomes. Take the first step today and join us on the journey…

Beauparc aims to attract and retain a skilled and diverse workforce that best represents the talent available in the communities where our assets are located and our employees reside. (DE&I Policy Statement)