Dunnebier is seeking a skilled and reliable Mechanical Fitter to support our client's mechanical maintenance team. You'll assist with the maintenance of critical equipment and plant systems, contribute to planned outages, and ensure our operations continue to run smoothly and safely.
Rate: £45-50 per hour
Contract: Initial 3 months with scope for a permanent position
Hours:
* Week 1: Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm
* Week 2: Monday to Friday, 10pm-6am (rotating pattern)
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain and repair mechanical systems including conveyor belts, pumps, gearboxes, valves, cranes, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems
* Perform fabrication and general workshop duties
* Participate in planned preventative and reactive maintenance
* Support and deliver during scheduled plant outages
* Operate and maintain workshop machinery and tools
* Accurately complete reports using the site's CMMS system
* Follow safe systems of work including permit-to-work protocols
* Uphold site safety standards and report near misses or incidents
What We're Looking For:
Qualifications:
* Time-served Mechanical Fitter with a Mechanical Apprenticeship
* NVQ Level 3 / BTEC in Maintenance Engineering or equivalent
* IOSH Managing Safely (desirable)
Experience & Skills:
* Experience with mechanical equipment: conveyor belts, valves, gearboxes, hydraulics, pneumatics
* Confident with mechanical drawings and documentation
* Skilled in fabrication, maintenance, fault-finding, and repair
* Familiarity with permit to work, RAMS, and safety protocols
* Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
This is a great opportunity to join a fast-paced environment with the potential to transition to a permanent role. If you're a proactive, hands-on mechanical fitter with experience in heavy plant maintenance, we'd love to hear from you.
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