Maintenance Fitter

Hours: 3 Shift Pattern- Days, Nights And Afters

Location: Chesterfield

Contract Type: Permanent

Due to continued growth and expansion we are currently looking to recruit an Maintenance Fitter to join our business in Chesterfield on a permanent basis. The starting salary is between £40000 per annum and the working hours are 3 Shift Pattern- Days, Nights And Afters .

Benefits:

* Shift Allowance

* Production Bonus

* On-site parking

* Overtime

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Carry out regular inspections, maintenance, and repairs on heavy-duty machinery and equipment, including conveyors, hydraulic systems, and mechanical components.

* Perform planned preventative maintenance to keep equipment in top working order, minimise breakdowns, and extend machinery life.

* Utilise technical manuals, diagnostic tools, and troubleshooting skills to ensure prompt and accurate repairs

* Conduct basic welding tasks, such as minor repairs and fabrication of custom parts or structural reinforcements as required.

* Ensure all welding and fabrication tasks comply with safety and quality standards.

* Operate overhead cranes to safely move, position, and secure heavy equipment and materials as needed.

* Perform risk assessments, use appropriate PPE, and follow safe working practices in accordance with company policies and legal regulations.

* Maintain detailed maintenance records, including repairs, parts used, and issues identified.

Experience and Skills:

* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Maintenance Engineering, or a related field.

* At least 3-5 years of experience as a Maintenance Fitter, ideally within a heavy goods, industrial, or manufacturing setting.

* Demonstrated experience in diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing heavy-duty machinery.

* Proficient in identifying and repairing faults in mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

* Ability to perform basic welding and fabrication tasks to support maintenance and repair requirements.

* Strong ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.

* Able to work in confined spaces, at heights, and lift heavy machinery parts as needed.

* Ideally have experience with over head cranes (training will be provided