Overview
Junior Fitter — £28,000 - £30,000 + In-House Training + Progression Opportunities + Overtime Available. Sittingbourne (Commutable from Maidstone, Gillingham, Chatham, Faversham and surrounding areas).
Are you a graduate/aspiring Engineer looking to develop your skills in a hands-on role with excellent training, opportunities for progression, and long-term job security?
This is a unique opportunity to join a busy facility supporting the recycling of electrical items, working alongside experienced fitters and engineers to carry out varied maintenance, repair, and fabrication tasks. You will benefit from strong in-house training, skill development, and a supportive team environment.
This company is recognised for its investment in people, community-focused recruitment, and commitment to improving operational efficiency. They are now looking to expand their fitting team due to ongoing demand and site requirements.
In this 4 on 4 off days and nights role, you will be responsible for assisting with machinery maintenance and repairs, welding and fabrication, and supporting breakdown responses to keep operations running smoothly. You will also gain hands-on experience with a wide range of engineering tasks, with opportunities to progress into senior fitter positions.
This role would suit a mechanically minded candidate with basic engineering or fitting experience, looking to build a long-term career with training, progression, and overtime opportunities.
Responsibilities
* Assisting with machinery maintenance, welding, and emergency repairs
* Supporting breakdowns and ensuring production efficiency
* 4-on, 4-off shift pattern (days and nights)
The Role
* Assisting with machinery maintenance, welding, and emergency repairs
* Supporting breakdowns and ensuring production efficiency
* 4-on, 4-off shift pattern (days and nights)
Qualifications / Skills
* Graduate, basic engineering or fitting skills (welding and mechanical desirable)
* Hands-on and keen to learn new skills through training
* Interested in long-term progression into senior fitter roles
* Commutable to Sittingbourne
Benefits & Details
* Location: Sittingbourne (commutable from Maidstone, Gillingham, Chatham, Faversham and surrounding areas)
* 4 on, 4 off shift pattern (days and nights)
* In-house training, progression opportunities, and overtime
How to apply
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The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates
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