Workshop Fitter - Maintenance Team

Pertemps Crewe; Congleton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A maintenance staffing firm is seeking a skilled Workshop Fitter in Congleton. This role involves mechanical maintenance, electrical fault-finding, and welding within a busy foundry environment. The position offers competitive pay of £45,600 OTE, opportunities for permanent employment, and training in mechanical and electrical maintenance. A proactive attitude and strong problem-solving skills are essential.

Benefits

Competitive salary with on-call allowance

Opportunity for permanent employment

Training and development

Qualifications

• Experience in hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, gearboxes, etc.
• Previous experience in a foundry, heavy engineering, or manufacturing.
• FLT licence desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical maintenance and repairs of machinery.
• Assist with electrical fault-finding and repair.
• Perform welding and fabrication tasks as needed.
• Support with planned preventative maintenance.
• Respond to breakdowns and callouts.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance background

Basic electrical knowledge

MIG/Stick welding skills

Problem-solving ability

Attention to detail

Job description

Workshop Fitter

We are looking for a skilled Workshop Fitter to join our client's maintenance team within a busy foundry environment. This is a temp-to-perm position offering long‑term stability, excellent pay, and a chance to develop your mechanical and electrical maintenance skills in a hands‑on, industrial setting.

As part of the maintenance team, you’ll be responsible for ensuring all foundry machinery and plant equipment operate efficiently, safely, and with minimal downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical maintenance, repairs, and servicing of foundry and workshop machinery.
• Assist with basic electrical fault‑finding and repair where required.
• Perform welding and fabrication tasks (MIG/Stick) as needed.
• Support with planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules.
• Respond to breakdowns and callouts (1 week in 4 on a rota basis).
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and ensure health & safety procedures are followed.
• Support production teams by identifying and resolving equipment issues quickly and effectively.

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong mechanical maintenance background (hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, gearboxes, etc.).
• Basic electrical knowledge – 3‑phase, control panels, sensors, motors.
• Basic MIG/Stick welding skills would be an advantage.
• Previous experience working in a foundry, heavy engineering, or manufacturing environment preferred.
• FLT licence desirable (training may be provided).
• Proactive approach, good problem‑solving ability, and strong attention to detail.

Details of the Role

• Competitive salary with on‑call allowance (£45,600 OTE).
• Opportunity for permanent employment after a successful temporary period.
• Training and development in mechanical, electrical, and welding disciplines.
• Supportive and safety‑focused team culture.
• Monday to Friday 8:00–16:30.
• Location: Congleton.
• 1 week in 4 – On Call rota.