Mechanical Maintenance Fitter (Plant)

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Fitter to join their dynamic team in Leeds. This role involves working 12-hour shifts in a collaborative environment focused on safety and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical skills, experience in an industrial setting, and a proactive approach to maintenance. With extensive career development opportunities and a commitment to inclusivity, this position offers a chance to contribute to meaningful projects while enjoying industry-leading rewards and benefits. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Bonus Scheme

Enhanced Holiday Entitlement

Contributory Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Helpline

Training and Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an industrial or factory environment is essential.
• Strong practical mechanical skills with various equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled and reactive mechanical maintenance activities.
• Ensure timely completion of jobs and optimize plant performance.

Skills

Mechanical Skills

Fault-finding Abilities

Welding and Fabricating

IT Literacy

Education

Recognised Apprenticeship

ONC/HNC

Tools

Computerised Maintenance Management Systems

Job description

Job Description

At Tarmac, ‘who you are’ matters. We want to get to know you. If you share our values and are proud of a job well done, collaborative in working well with others, and ambitious to make things better, then have a read of what we have on offer.

We are currently looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Fitter (Plant) to join our successful team based at our Tarmac Cross Green Asphalt Plant in Leeds, Yorkshire.

The successful candidate will work 12-hour shifts on a 4 on / 4 off basis, rotating between 4-day shifts (7am – 7pm), 4 days off, and 4 night shifts (7pm – 7am). This role is easily accessible from Leeds, Rothwell, Oulton, Swillington, Garforth, Wetherby, Whinmoor, Oakwood, Bradford, Dewsbury, Wakefield, Headingley, Otley, Castleford, Pontefract, Halifax, and surrounding areas.

We’re committed to creating a dynamic and inclusive environment, welcoming people from diverse backgrounds.

Role & Responsibilities

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Mechanical Maintenance Fitter (Plant) will be part of the 24/7 engineering team at our Cross Green Asphalt Plant. Responsibilities include:

1. Carrying out scheduled, planned, and reactive mechanical maintenance activities safely to maintain plant condition and support weekly production schedules.
2. Ensuring timely completion of jobs, leading mechanical breakdown and planned repairs to ensure plant reliability and optimize performance, minimizing disruptions.
3. Owning small-scale projects and delivering them pragmatically and proactively.
4. Taking a cost-conscious approach to maintenance activities.
5. Coordinating with contractors and suppliers on site.
6. Participating in root cause analysis to eliminate repeat failures.
7. Contributing to continuous improvement through observations and experience.
8. Welding and fabricating to a good standard.
9. Working with risk assessments and method statements.
10. Contributing to the development of safe working methods for repairs.
11. Maintaining and promoting health & safety rules, following company procedures, and challenging unsafe conditions.
12. Utilizing computerised maintenance management systems to record work, faults, spares, and repairs.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and able to work independently. Proven experience in an industrial or factory environment is essential. Candidates should have:

• A recognised apprenticeship (preferably higher-level)
• ONC/HNC (desirable but not essential)
• Strong practical mechanical skills (conveyors, drive systems, motors, belts, pumps, gearboxes, crushers, vibratory screens)
• Fault-finding abilities and repair skills
• Capability to undertake emergency repairs efficiently
• IT literacy and experience with PCs and company systems
• Ability to assess and control SHE risks
• Willingness to work overtime, including weekends and nights

Why Tarmac?

We offer extensive career development opportunities, industry-leading rewards, incentives, and benefits such as:

• Bonus scheme
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to discounts through Tarmac Reward
• Employee Assistance helpline
• Participation in employee communities (e.g., BAME, Working Parents)
• Training and development opportunities

Interested?

Click here to find out more. Are you ready to build your future?

Tarmac, a CRH company, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please apply promptly, as large application volumes may lead to early closing.