Key Questions
Are you a skilled Mechanical Fitter / Technician looking to take the next step in your career within a leading high-hazard manufacturing environment? Our client, a prominent chemical producer operating a top-tier COMAH plant, is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to join their Mechanical Maintenance Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a challenging yet rewarding role where safety, technical excellence, and continuous improvement are at the forefront.
In this position, you'll be instrumental in maintaining, repairing, testing, and modifying critical mechanical equipment such as pumps, compressors, gearboxes, valves, and piping systems on a large-scale processing plant. Your expertise will ensure the plant operates reliably and safely, supporting high-volume production in a complex, regulated environment. The role demands a proactive approach to diagnose faults swiftly, perform routine preventative maintenance, and contribute to safety initiatives aligned with company standards and statutory requirements.
Key Skills and Experience:
Mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent, with post-apprenticeship experience
HNC or higher qualification in mechanical maintenance preferable
Proven track record maintaining process plant within a high-hazard (Top Tier COMAH) setting
Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
Ability to interpret technical drawings and documentation
Experience with workshop repairs and plant modifications
Sound understanding of safety procedures, risk assessments, and change management
Excellent attention to detail and work standards
Reliable, proactive, and capable of working independently or as part of a team
Physically fit and committed to safe working practices
Additional beneficial skills:
Experience servicing diesel-driven pumps and generators
Knowledge of safety-critical maintenance processes
Familiarity with continuous improvement activities (TQ initiatives)
Previous exposure to COMAH or similar regulated environments
Ideal candidate profile:
Skilled in maintenance of process plant in demanding settings
Demonstrates a high level of SHE commitment
Motivated team player with flexibility to work overtime if necessary
Strong communicator with a safety-first mindset
Other considerations:
Willing to support both manufacturing and service areas
Ability to participate in on-call and emergency maintenance activities
Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.
Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business