Job description
Due to continued growth, our client a leading provider of high-quality materials supporting major infrastructure projects across Northern Ireland, is seeking a Maintenance Fitter based in Coleraine, with travel to local sites as required. This mobile role offers variety across multiple locations and plays a key part in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of plant and machinery through planned maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repairs.
Responsibilities
* Maintenance & Repairs: Perform routine, preventative, and reactive maintenance on a wide range of mechanical equipment, including conveyors, pumps, crushers, screens, and hydraulics etc.
* Fault Finding & Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair mechanical faults to minimise downtime and ensure optimal plant performance.
* Health & Safety Compliance: Adhere to company safety policies, risk assessments, and safe working procedures, ensuring all work is carried out in line with relevant health and safety regulations.
* Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, breakdowns, and repairs.
* Continuous Improvement: Assist in identifying areas for process improvement, cost savings, and increased plant efficiency.
* Fabrication & Welding: Carry out basic fabrication and welding work as required.
* Collaboration: Work closely with production teams, electricians, and external contractors to ensure seamless plant operations.
* Stock & Spare Parts Management: Assist in monitoring and managing spare parts inventory, ensuring critical components are available when needed.
Skills and Qualifications
Essential Skills
* NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Plant Maintenance, or a related field.
* Proven experience in a similar maintenance role within a quarry, sand plant, heavy industry, or manufacturing environment.
* Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and conveyors.
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
* Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Good communication skills and ability to liaise with colleagues at all levels.
* Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and call-outs, as required.
* Full UK driving licence.
Further Information
Job Benefits : - A competitive rate of pay and benefits package. - Comprehensive training and development opportunities. - A supportive and collaborative working environment within a well-established organisation. Additional Information: This Mobile Maintenance Fitter is in Coleraine, Northern Ireland. If you're interested in this role, please send your CV to Danielle.Tweed@industrialtemps.com or contact our Ballymena office on 028 2542 0140 and ask to speak with Danielle. INDUSTRIAL TEMPS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER