Mechanical Fitter

Imerys; Newton Abbot; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to provide vital support for fixed plant operations. This role emphasizes maintaining high availability of mechanical systems while ensuring adherence to health and safety standards. With a focus on innovation and continuous improvement, the company offers an inclusive environment where you can thrive. Enjoy a balanced work-life with generous holidays, a robust pension plan, and comprehensive wellbeing support. If you have a passion for mechanical engineering and want to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Generous Pension Plan

Life Assurance

Income Protection

Company Sick Pay

Discounts on external retailers

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Virtual GP

Private Medical Health Plan

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in mechanical engineering.
• Previous experience with mills, pumps, and conveyors is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical support for key fixed plant and equipment.
• Maintain high plant availability through routine and reactive maintenance.
• Fault find and resolve mechanical issues.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Fault Finding

Welding

Fabrication

Problem Solving

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Mills

Pumps

Conveyors

Bagging Equipment

Job description

Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week, working Monday to Friday 7:30am – 3:30pm

Are you a Mechanical Engineer, looking for your next opportunity? Looking for a role that offers great work/life balance? If so, we want to hear from you!

Why work for Imerys?

At Imerys, every member of our team matters. Our priority is the health and safety of our people, and our aim is to create diverse and inclusive workplaces. We are always striving to be better and to support our people to continuously learn, improve, and innovate. This allows them to tap into their full potential and to take advantage of the wealth of career and development opportunities available.

The job role:

• Provide Mechanical support for all key fixed plant and equipment at the Devon Ball Clays operations
• Maintain plant availability at high levels through planned routine and reactive maintenance
• Maintain mechanical fixed processing plant - including fans, filters, mills, conveyors, packaging, etc.
• Fault find and resolve mechanical issues
• Adhere to Health & Safety standards
• Welding and fabrication work

Please note this role will involve working at height.

What’s in it for you?

• Equivalent of 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays (pro rata'd for shift workers)
• Generous Pension Plan
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Company Sick Pay
• Discounts on external retailers
• Cycle to work scheme

We also offer a comprehensive package to support the Wellbeing of our people which includes:

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Virtual GP
• Flu and Eye care vouchers
• Enhanced family friendly policies
• Menopause Support
• Private Medical Health Plan

You will:

• Have an NVQ Level 3, or equivalent within mechanical engineering
• Legally be able to drive in the UK
• Have previous experience of working on Mills, Pumps, Conveyors, Bagging Equipment, and other Process Plant
• Have a positive attitude with the ability to work under pressure

We would like our application process to be accessible to all - if you require an alternative way to apply, then please get in touch on 01952 281924.

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.