Mechanical Fitter

MAHLE; Kilmarnock; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established industry player as a Mechanical Engineer, where your skills in mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting will be put to the test. You will be responsible for performing both planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring that production runs smoothly and efficiently. With a focus on safety and compliance, you will operate under the Permit to Work system while working independently or as part of a team. If you have a strong background in mechanical systems and a passion for engineering, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting in a continuous process environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and understand hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned and reactive mechanical maintenance, ensuring minimal disruption.
• Support production by addressing breakdowns and carrying out preventative maintenance tasks.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Fault Finding

Hydraulic Systems

Pneumatic Systems

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Problem Solving

Education

Time-served Mechanical Engineer

Tools

Computerized Maintenance System

Gas Certification

IPAF Certification

FLT Certification

Job description

Your Contribution

• Perform planned and reactive mechanical maintenance, including fault finding, diagnosis, and reporting on a computerized maintenance system.
• Work independently or as part of a team to troubleshoot and resolve engineering issues efficiently.
• Support the production unit by addressing breakdowns promptly and ensuring minimal disruption.
• Carry out preventative planned maintenance tasks to ensure equipment reliability.
• Operate under the Permit to Work system when required, maintaining a strong focus on safety and compliance.

Your Experience and Qualifications

• Time-served Mechanical Engineer with good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, with the ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Experience in a continuous process environment, with expertise in mechanical maintenance, compressed air systems, furnaces, heating systems, rolling mills, gearboxes, motors, and pumps.
• Certifications such as IPAF/BAA/Gas/FLT are advantageous.
• Preference will be given to candidates with a factory or industrial background.

Shift Patterns

Dayshift (37.50 hrs) – No shift allowance (basic rate)

Monday to Thursday: 07:30 – 16:00 (8 hrs)

Friday: 07:30 – 13:00 (5.5 hrs)

Nightshift (37.50 hrs) – Shift Allowance: 33.33%

Monday: 21:15 – 07:30 (9.75 hrs)

Tuesday to Thursday: 21:45 – 07:30 (9.25 hrs)

Backshift (32.50 hrs) – Shift Allowance: 40%

Sunday: 21:00 – 07:30 (10 hrs)

Monday: 16:00 – 21:15 (5.25 hrs)

Tuesday to Thursday: 16:00 – 21:45 (5.75 hrs)