Join a growing team where your mechanical expertise will help maintain critical waste management infrastructure across Leeds.
£200 bonus for new starters after 4 weeks for good attendance ( when go permanent)
Our client is seeking an experienced Maintenance Fitter to join their team in Leeds. This is a hands-on role where you'll be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and improving a wide range of static and mobile waste processing machinery, including conveyor systems, shredders, and excavators.
The role is suited to skilled fitters with experience in plant or mechanical maintenance, ideally within the waste or heavy industry sectors. The position operates on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern, with day and night rotations.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintenance: Carry out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on a range of plant machinery, including conveyors, shredders, excavators, and other equipment
Diagnosis and Repair: Troubleshoot issues, diagnose faults, and perform necessary repairs, replacements, or adjustments to ensure machinery runs at optimal performance
Preventative Maintenance: Implement and carry out preventative maintenance programmes to reduce equipment failures and downtime
Safety & Compliance: Adhere to all safety procedures, including LOTO (Lock Out Tag Out) and permit-to-work systems. Ensure all work complies with health, safety, and environmental standards
Documentation: Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, including inspections, repairs, and parts usage
Team Collaboration: Work closely with maintenance teams, engineering staff, and operational teams to resolve complex issues and support operational efficiency
Support Operations: Assist processing teams in achieving daily operational goals and contribute to ongoing improvement projects
Site Mobility: Travel between local sites as required (please note: company vehicle not provided)
Requirements:
Relevant qualifications in plant maintenance, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline
Proven experience in plant or mechanical maintenance, preferably in waste management or an industrial setting
Strong diagnostic and problem-solving abilities
Knowledge of heavy plant machinery, including conveyors and shredders
Familiarity with LOTO procedures and permit-to-work systems
Full UK driving licence (essential)
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Commitment to workplace safety and environmental responsibility
Benefits:
Opportunity to secure a permanent position
On-site facilities: canteen, car parking, and changing rooms
Overtime available
Work with an established and growing company in the waste management sector
Structured 4 on 4 off shift pattern (rotating days/nights)
Apply now to take the next step in your maintenance career with a leading name in UK waste and recycling.
( Shift patterns may change in the future )
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