Plant Fitter

Countrystyle Recycling; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in waste management is seeking a dedicated Plant Fitter to join their team. In this vital role, you'll maintain high standards of workmanship while performing preventative maintenance and repairs on various plant equipment. You'll be part of a supportive environment focused on innovation and sustainability, where your skills in problem-solving and communication will shine. If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the local environment and have the qualifications to back it up, this is the perfect opportunity for you to grow your career while contributing to a greener future.

Benefits

Life Insurance with access to GP24

Employee Assistance Programme

Electric Car salary sacrifice scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Company Events

GymFlex salary sacrifice

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Mechanical Maintenance required.
• Experience in the waste industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and repairs on Plant Equipment.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental policies.

Skills

Good communication

Time and priority management

Problem solving

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Mechanical Maintenance

Tools

Shredders

Excavators

Conveyors

Job description

Job Title: Plant Fitter

Location: Ridham Dock Road, Ridham, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 8SR

Salary: £16 - £19 per hour, DOE

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Working Hours: 47.7 hours Monday to Sunday, including bank holidays, as per the site's roster with option of overtime daily

About Us:

Countrystyle Recycling is part of Heathcote Holdings, a family-run group of complementary, innovative and customer centric companies. Resource management and recovery is core to the group's activities along with innovation, customer responsiveness and long-term planning. As the local waste management solution, we are always seeking like-minded individuals to help us reduce the impact of waste on the local environment.

About the role:

To achieve, and persistently maintain, high standards of workmanship and competence in performing tasks associated with preventative maintenance checks and general maintenance whilst maintaining high standards of internal and external communications and relationships.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Carry out inspections, diagnosing any faults and defects on Plant Equipment, related equipment and components. This includes testing, dismantling, overhauling, repairing, and re-assembling as required.
2. Participates in supporting operatives and employees in preventative maintenance checks, services and general maintenance/repairs of Plant Equipment, related equipment and components.
3. Perform emergency call out repairs as required.
4. Participate and support in planned maintenance shutdowns.
5. Ensure that all work done by the team is carried in line with the safe systems of work and that appropriate PPE and safety equipment is used at all times.
6. Accurately complete the necessary paperwork in a timely manner as required to comply with the Countrystyle policies and procedures.
7. Comply with all Health, Safety, HR and Environmental policies and procedures.
8. Dealing with and reporting any major defects, concerns or problems with the equipment and prioritising this accordingly.
9. Carry out random checks and audits on Plant Machinery under remit.

About you:

Essential Requirements:

• NVQ Level 2 in Mechanical Maintenance
• Engineering background
• Good communication
• Time and priority management
• Problem solving

Desirable Requirements:

• Experience in waste industry
• Experience with Shredders; shovels, excavators and conveyors

Benefits:

• Life Insurance with access to GP24
• Commitment to wellbeing through Employee Assistance Programme
• Electric Car salary sacrifice scheme for eligible employees
• Cycle to work scheme
• Company Events
• GymFlex salary sacrifice

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Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of Maintenance Technician, Equipment Mechanic, Industrial Maintenance Specialist, Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, and Plant Maintenance Technician may also be considered.