Mechanical Fitter

Hargreaves Industrial Services; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to join their dynamic team. This role involves providing essential maintenance and support for mechanical equipment, ensuring high service standards across various sectors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering, with a focus on fault diagnostics and safety adherence. You will work collaboratively within a skilled team, contributing to continuous improvements and innovations while maintaining a proactive safety culture. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive and professional environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience with mechanical equipment and installations.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations and engineering best practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned and reactive maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• Execute planned defect repairs and fault finding activities.
• Communicate progress and issues with Clients and Framework Manager.

Skills

Mechanical Equipment Maintenance

Fault Diagnostics

Communication Skills

Safety Procedures Adherence

Team Collaboration

Education

Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering

Level 3 Confined Space Certification

Tools

Workshop Equipment

FLT Driving Skills

Job description

CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent

SALARY: £40-50,000 inclusive of overtime

CLOSING DATE: 13th May 2025

A vacancy has arisen for a Mechanical Fitter to join our team within our Severn Trent Engineering contract in Derbyshire, Mansfield, Nottingham areas.

The Mechanical Fitter will work independently or as part of a team, including electrical craftsmen, providing service support through planned and reactive maintenance, as well as new plant installations and upgrades under the framework contracts managed by the framework manager. The role requires mechanical qualifications and broader skills, contributing to the wider engineering team as needed.

Role Responsibilities:

• Adhere to HIS/STW SHEQ procedures
• Perform PPM according to site schedules
• Conduct RCM activities as per site schedules
• Execute planned defect repairs on all Mechanical equipment within the HIS Service scope
• Apply and remove mechanical isolations following PTW systems
• Perform fault finding activities
• Identify opportunities for engineering and process control improvements
• Work from drawings, install, and commission new equipment
• Diagnose and agree repair processes for plant breakdowns
• Operate workshop equipment and tools
• Complete site operational tasks following training, procedures, and supervisor instructions
• Maintain all necessary documentation, reports, and records
• Provide professional support to the Client and Engineering team
• Implement continuous improvements and innovations
• Ensure work is completed to a high standard
• Communicate progress and issues with Clients and Framework Manager
• Promote a proactive safety culture to aim for zero harm
• Deliver work on time and within scope

Candidate Requirements:

• Served Apprenticeship or equivalent with at least 2 years' experience on mechanical equipment and installations
• Knowledge of applicable regulations and legislation
• Understanding of engineering best practices
• Experience in fault diagnostics and repair solutions
• Level 3 confined space certification (or ability to pass)
• Ability to see tasks through to completion
• Strong communication skills at all levels
• Willingness to undertake site inductions and safety training
• Rigging, slinging, and FLT driving skills and qualifications preferred
• UK Driving Licence with C1 category (3500kg – 7500kg)
• Positive attitude towards safety
• Strong team player with an innovative and flexible approach
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Adherence to safety procedures and instructions

About Us

Hargreaves Industrial Services is a contract management company providing high standards of professional services within power, port, steel, rail, and other industrial sectors in the UK and abroad.

Our Core Services:

• Materials Handling solutions for bulk handling requirements
• Electrical and Mechanical Maintenance and Engineering
• Operation and Maintenance of Material Handling Plants

We pride ourselves on our service delivery and professional attitude, always seeking dedicated, professional individuals to join our team.