Mechanical Fitter

JR United Kingdom; Widnes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established company in a recession-proof industry is looking for a skilled Mechanical Fitter to join their dedicated team in Widnes. This role offers an exciting opportunity to enhance your skills while contributing to the maintenance and operational efficiency of the site. You will be involved in performing both preventative and reactive maintenance, undertaking repairs on various machinery, and participating in Continuous Improvement projects. With a focus on health and safety, this position is ideal for a hardworking individual eager to make a significant impact in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about maintenance and innovation, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Completion of a time-served apprenticeship or relevant qualification in mechanical engineering.
• Desirable skills in fabrication and welding.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and reactive maintenance across the site.
• Undertake repairs on machinery including hydraulics and pumps.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement projects.

Skills

Fabrication and welding

Education

Time-served apprenticeship in mechanical engineering

Relevant mechanical engineering qualification

Job description

Are you a skilled Mechanical Fitter seeking a role with a company that has fantastic staff longevity in a recession-proof industry?

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter to join our well-established team in Widnes. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to our site's maintenance, improvement, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Performing preventative and reactive maintenance across the site.
• Undertaking repairs on various machinery, including hydraulics, pumps, gearboxes, and conveyors.
• Participating in Continuous Improvement projects.
• Carrying out fabrication and welding duties.
• Communicating effectively with multiple departments regarding maintenance issues.
• Adhere to strict health and safety guidelines.
• Complete duties outdoors, at height, and in confined spaces as required.
• Ensuring all maintenance reporting is accurate and complete.

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship in mechanical engineering or a relevant mechanical engineering qualification.

Skills

• Fabrication and welding skills are desirable.

Person Specification

• Hardworking and self-driven.
• Confident in the ability to work independently.

Shift Pattern

Week 1: Monday - Friday, 06:00 - 14:00.
Week 2: Monday - Friday, 14:00 - 22:00.

Why Join Us?

This role offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a chance to develop your skills and progress your career in a supportive and rewarding environment.

If you are a hardworking Mechanical Fitter with a passion for maintenance and innovation, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply now to become a vital part of our team.