Mechanical Fitter

Gates Corporation; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Gates Corporation, a leading manufacturer in the fluid power sector, seeks an experienced Mechanical Maintenance professional. The successful candidate will ensure efficient operation of equipment and maintain morale by supporting apprentices while adhering to safety standards. This entry-level position provides a solid foundation for a career in mechanical maintenance within a collaborative and challenging environment.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with City & Guilds or HNC qualification.
• 0-1 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Clear communicator with strong fault-finding skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive and proactive maintenance activities.
• Perform mechanical breakdown repairs ensuring minimal downtime.
• Oversee boiler operations and high-pressure steam systems.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Fault-finding

Preventative maintenance

Communication

Education

City & Guilds or HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Steam systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Job description

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

An experienced Mechanical Maintenance professional responsible for ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of plant equipment and systems through both reactive and proactive maintenance activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive and proactive maintenance activities across local facilities, with a strong emphasis on compliance and safety.
• Maintain mechanical plant equipment and process machinery, including lifting equipment, high-pressure steam systems, boilers, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Perform mechanical breakdown repairs on all plant and process equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and operational continuity.
• Oversee boiler operations and high-pressure steam systems with adherence to safety standards and regulations.
• Support and mentor apprentices by promoting safety, compliance, and best practices in mechanical maintenance.
• Proactively report any safety or operational concerns to line management to maintain a safe working environment at all times.

Keys to Success

• Entry-level position with appropriate licenses/training certifications.
• Has basic skills in an analytical or technical process.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Applies basic analytical and technical skills to perform routine activities.
• Understands how the assigned tasks relate to others in the team and how the team integrates with others.
• Uses standard operating procedures to guide own work and solve routine problems.
• Impacts the quality of own work.
• Uses communication skills and common courtesy to exchange information.

Requirements And Preferred Skills

• City & Guilds or HNC-qualified or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
• 0-1 years of experience.
• Time-served mechanical fitter with post-qualification experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred).
• Proficient in steam, hydraulic, pneumatic, and fire prevention systems.
• Strong fault-finding and preventative maintenance skills.
• Quick to learn and understand complex mechanical systems.
• Clear communicator across all levels of the engineering team.
• Organised with a logical, solutions-focused approach.

Why Gates?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones, we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

Work Environment

Gates is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

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