Mechanical Maintenance Fitter

Mechanical Maintenance Fitter

Location: Purfleet

Salary: £50,000 – £55,000

Mon-Fri 8 hrs per Day

We\’re looking for a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Fitter to carry out planned and preventative maintenance, troubleshoot faults, and keep our plant operating at peak performance.

What you\’ll do:

• Perform scheduled maintenance on heavy machinery and material handling systems
• Diagnose and repair mechanical issues quickly to minimise downtime
• Support major shutdowns and overhauls
• Ensure safety compliance and accurate maintenance records

What we\’re looking for:

• Strong mechanical skills (hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes, drive systems)
• Ability to read technical drawings and use diagnostic tools
• Recognised apprenticeship in Mechanical or welding/fabrication disciplines
• Experience with preventative maintenance and fault finding
• Solid knowledge of safety procedures, including LOTOTO, confined space entry, and working at height
• Comfortable working in industrial environments