Mechanical Fitter

px Group; Bradford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension match

Simply Health Cash Plan

Staff meals

Onsite parking

Job summary

px Group is recruiting for a Mechanical Fitter - Days at Wyke Agrichemicals Manufacturing Plant in Bradford. You’ll carry out planned and reactive mechanical maintenance to support production, minimise downtime and keep equipment safe and reliable.

You’ll receive tailored on-the-job training, mentoring and twice-yearly reviews to develop your skills. The role requires Level 3 NVQ in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, hands-on problem solving, and experience with CMMS systems such as SAP or

Qualifications

• Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with CMMS systems (SAP or Oracle EAM) and coordinating with production teams.
• Strong problem-solving, safety focus and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive mechanical maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Support production and project teams and ensure work meets safety standards.
• Complete maintenance in line with permit to work system.
• Assist the mechanical shift lead with day-to-day planning.
• Maintain active involvement in HSE initiatives and activities.
• Provide input for competency-based training.

Skills

Problem solving

Safety consciousness

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Oracle EAM

Workshop tools

Job description

Our Business

px PEOPLE, their commitment to excellence, innovation and teamwork, are the reason for px Group’s continuing growth and success story. We aim to be the elite provider of operations management, engineering services and energy management solutions in high hazard, highly regulated industries nationally and as we grow, across Europe and globally. For more information visit www.pxlimited.com

Located in Bradford, West Yorkshire, the Wyke Agrichemicals Manufacturing Plant is operated by px Group in partnership with Nufarm. The site is one of the UK's leading crop protection manufacturing facilities, manufacturing crop protection products for Nufarm that support farmers and growers around the world

Wyke is a Top Tier COMAH site, operating a complex chemical manufacturing environment where safety, reliability and operational excellence are fundamental to everything we do. With a skilled workforce across manufacturing, engineering, laboratory, supply chain and support functions, the site offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in a highly technical environment

The Opportunity

We are now recruiting for a Mechanical Fitter - Days.

In the role of Mechanical Fitter at Wyke, you’ll be integral to the reliability and efficiency of our production operations. Your responsibilities will include carrying out planned and reactive mechanical maintenance, supporting production and project teams, and ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with company standards. You’ll play a key role in minimising downtime, maintaining critical equipment, and contributing to a safe and high-performing work environment across our chemical manufacturing facility

You’ll be supported with personalised on the job training, coaching, mentoring and twice-yearly development and performance reviews to help maintain & develop your contributions and competence.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that all assigned mechanical maintenance routine, corrective and breakdown maintenance activity plans are carried out as prescribed in compliance with the company permit to work system and procedure, to minimize risk to personnel, the environment and company assets.
• Provide desired services to operating departments at optimal levels in line with departmental planning and scheduling strategies.
• Ensure inter-departmental interface in accordance with company operating standards and requirements. (Mechanical).
• Provide input and support in Competency Based Training for department staff as requested/required.
• Assist the mechanical shift lead with day-to-day planning as required.
• Maintain active department involvement, interface and demonstrated commitment to all company HSE related initiatives and planned activities

Minimum Requirements

We’re looking for a skilled and proactive mechanical fitter with a proven track record in maintaining complex mechanical systems within chemical or process manufacturing environments. You will have Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification with a strong knowledge of mechanical maintenance practices, process safety procedures, and equipment isolation. Experience working with CMMS systems (such as SAP or Oracle EAM), coordinating with production and project teams, and using standard workshop tools is required. A hands‑on approach, excellent problem‑solving skills, and a commitment to safety and teamwork are key to success in this role.

Please note, the working pattern for this role is 3 days on (12 hour shifts) and 3 days off continuous

What you will receive from us

• A boosted pension scheme – we’ll match 1.25% to every 1% you pay (up to 8%)
• Simply Health Cash Plan
• Staff Meals
• Onsite parking

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Please note this role may close early or be extended depending on the volume of applications.

About px Group

px Group is a fully integrated infrastructure solutions business which delivers net zero and stakeholder success through elite performance in the safety, availability, reliability and efficiency of energy infrastructure, industrial processes and related commercial activities - unlocking value for our customers as a trusted partner. Part of the Ara Partners portfolio of companies, Ara Partners is a private equity firm specialising in industrial decarbonisation investments.