Overview
Night Shift Mechanical Fitter
Location: Colwick, Nottingham
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £22 per hour (Overtime Available)
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off, 12-hour night shifts (typically 6 PM - 6 AM)
We are hiring Night Shift Mechanical Fitters to support the safe and efficient running of critical heavy machinery at a fast-growing industrial site. With one engineer moving to days, we are expanding the night team to ensure smooth operations and strong shift handovers. Join a market leader in environmental and sustainability solutions—turning waste into opportunity across the UK and Ireland through cutting-edge recycling, clean energy and circular economy projects.
Responsibilities
* Carry out planned preventive maintenance on equipment including shredders, magnets, conveyor belts, rollers, drive gearboxes, motors, baling machines, and hydraulic systems.
* Diagnose and repair mechanical faults quickly to minimise downtime during night operations.
* Support the installation, assembly, and commissioning of new equipment and modifications to existing machinery.
* Maintain clear maintenance logs and communicate effectively with the day shift team for seamless handovers.
* Work collaboratively with night and day teams, as well as production staff, to maintain operational continuity.
Experience Required
* Essential: Proven experience in mechanical fitting or maintenance within a heavy industry setting – you know your way around tough machinery.
* Essential: Confident reading mechanical drawings and getting hands-on with fault finding and repairs.
* Essential: Comfortable working independently on night shifts, keeping equipment running smoothly when it matters most.
* Desirable: Previous experience with hydraulic fittings, baling machines, and conveyor systems.
* Desirable: 70/30 mechanical/electrical skillset beneficial.
* Desirable: Experience in waste or recycling sectors preferred.
* Desirable: IOSH, First Aid, or similar safety certifications.
Why Join Us?
* Impactful Role in a Growing Team: Make a tangible impact in a company that prioritises sustainability and safety.
* Supportive Environment: A company that values work-life balance and wellbeing resources.
* Career Development: Ongoing professional growth and opportunities to contribute to innovative safety practices.
Company Benefits
* Competitive salary and holiday allowance
* Company pension scheme
* Enhanced family-friendly policies
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Lifestyle & Leisure Discounts (gym, cinema, shopping, and more)
* Employee life insurance
* Bike2Work scheme
* Free on-site parking
If you're ready to make a difference and help shape a safer workplace, apply now with your CV, and we'll be in touch!
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