Mechanical Fitter

Holcim Ltd; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

25 days holiday

Health & safety emphasis

Family benefits

GP service access

Career progression

Team discounts

Job summary

Holcim UK is seeking a proactive Mechanical Fitter to maintain and repair our concrete block plant at Torr Works in Shepton Mallet. The role is on-site, with rotational shifts, and a strong focus on safety and efficient plant operation.

You will perform planned and urgent maintenance, diagnose issues, and support site operations while training colleagues and ensuring safe, compliant work practices in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent with welding, cutting and fabrication.
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems is preferred.
• Flexible for rotational shifts and a hands-on maintenance role.

Responsibilities

• Tackle equipment maintenance and troubleshoot breakdowns.
• Perform planned and urgent maintenance to keep operations running smoothly.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimise downtime.
• Keep work areas organised, safe and hazard-free.
• Help train other team members in maintenance tasks.
• Follow safety guidelines and complete required documentation.

Skills

Strong communicator

Team player

Organised

Detail-focused

Safety-minded

Adaptable

Proactive and keen to improve

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Welding, cutting & fabrication

Job description

Mechanical Fitter

Job Description

About Holcim

We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet. Since 1858, we've helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike. Our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality, through purposeful action that tackles real carbon and climate challenges. We are dedicated to helping Britain grow and thrive - by doing the right thing, doing it together, and making a difference.

Holcim UK Company Benefits

• Competitive Salary, plus bonus, 25 days holiday + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) and other benefits - all recognising the contribution you bring
• Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety
• We care about you and your family. That's why we offer enhanced family benefits, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. We understand that your personal life and family well-being are just as important as your career, so we're committed to supporting you every step of the way.
• Be part of something bigger with our “Women Empowered - Stronger Together Mentor Program,” designed to support, inspire, and uplift women across the business.
• Free 24/7 remote GP service for you and your household, offering medical advice, prescriptions, referrals, and same-day appointments.
• Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad
• Join our affinity groups selected by and populated by our employees which bring together employees with similar backgrounds and interests to have powerful influence on the workplace
• Staff discounts including special rates for garden landscaping products

The Opportunity

We have an exciting new opportunity for a confident and highly motivated Mechanical Fitter based out of our concrete block plant in Shepton Mallet at Torr Works. This is a permanent role with regular shifts and on-site work that lets you be part of a company committed to safety, innovation, and sustainable construction. Here's what you can look forward to:

• Tackling equipment maintenance, troubleshooting breakdowns, and supporting site operations.
• Perform planned and urgent maintenance to keep things running smoothly.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimise downtime.
• Keep work areas organised, safe, and hazard-free.
• Help train other team members in maintenance tasks.
• Follow safety guidelines and complete required documentation.

Who You Are

You're a skilled, motivated fitter with a technical background and a commitment to safety. You'll thrive in this role if you enjoy hands-on work in a supportive, team-driven environment. Here's what makes you a fit:

• NVQ Level 3 or similar qualification, with experience in welding, cutting, and fabrication.
• Ideally familiar with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Strong communicator and team player.
• Organised and able to work to schedules and deadlines.
• Detail-focused, safety-minded, and adaptable.
• Flexible and ready to handle rotational shifts.
• Proactive and keen to improve processes.

We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.