Job title: Mechanical Fitter — Asphalt Batching Plant
Location: Rutland Street, Sheffield (Sheffield Coated Stone Limited)
On Target Earnings: £35,300 - £45,000 subject to hours worked
Contract: Permanent
Overview
Sheffield Coated Stone is a fast-growing established producer of asphalt and tarmac based at Rutland Street, Sheffield. We are looking to recruit an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join our experienced team of skilled workers. This practical, hands‑on role is ideal for time‑served fitter with heavy‑industrial experience who want to apply and expand their skills on asphalt production equipment and progress into this technical role. You will be reporting to the Production Director and will assist him to maintain and improve plant reliability to keep production and quality targets on track.
Package and hours:
* Basic salary: £35,300 per annum – On target earnings subject to overtime £35,300 - £45,000
* Normal working hours: Monday – Friday 6.00am – 14.30pm, these hours may vary subject to the daily demands
* Enhanced overtime when worked: time and a half (Mon–Sat); double time (Sunday & Bank Holidays)
* Auto-enrolment pension is operated
Key responsibilities:
* Maintain, diagnose and repair asphalt batching plant mechanical systems including conveyors, feeders, rotary dryers, mixers, elevators, screens and associated gearboxes, bearings and drive trains
* Service and overhaul pumps, motors, couplings and rotating equipment used across the plant
* Support repair and maintenance of burners, fuel systems and steam/heat interfaces where applicable to asphalt production
* Carry out planned preventative maintenance, emergency breakdown repairs and contribute to root‑cause analysis to prevent recurrence
* Respond to breakdowns promptly and safely, minimising production downtime
* Maintain accurate maintenance logs, parts records and permit‑to‑work documentation; recommend spares and refurbishment priorities
* Work to safe systems of work and contribute to continuous improvement of plant reliability, product quality and safety standards
Essential experience and qualifications
* Time‑served, apprentice‑trained mechanical engineer (essential)
* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering (essential)
* Proven experience in heavy industrial maintenance, ideally on asphalt batching, quarry or bulk‑handling plants (essential)
* Practical experience with conveyors, mixers, dryers, gearboxes, bearings and associated pneumatic/hydraulic equipment (essential)
* Ability to read mechanical drawings and use standard measurement and diagnostic tools
Desirable
* Direct experience on asphalt batching plants, bitumen supply systems or aggregate handling equipment
* Knowledge of burners, combustion systems and basic thermal process controls
* Familiarity with predictive maintenance techniques (vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis)
* Experience of working to permit‑to‑work systems and scheduled shutdown programmes
Personal attributes
* Strong fault‑finding and practical problem‑solving skills
* Methodical, safety‑conscious and quality driven
* Reliable, adaptable and able to work under production pressure
* Team player with good communication skills and a willingness to develop technically and take on increased responsibility
How to apply
Please send your CV and a brief covering note to with "Mechanical Fitter – Asphalt Plant" in the subject line. Closing date: 26th September 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview and a practical assessment.
Sheffield Coated Stone is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £35,300.00-£45,000.00 per year
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 26/09/2025