Lead Maintenance Fitter
Sittingbourne 4 on 4 off Shift Pattern | Days & Nights | Overtime Available
We are looking for an experienced Lead Maintenance Fitter to join a fast-paced industrial processing environment, supporting the smooth running of site operations and helping to minimise downtime across the plant.
This is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for planned preventative maintenance, reactive breakdown repairs and continuous improvement of machinery and equipment. Working closely with production teams, you will play a key part in ensuring the site operates safely, efficiently and with maximum productivity.
The Role
- Carrying out servicing, maintenance and repairs on plant machinery
- Completing planned preventative maintenance and responding to breakdowns
- Fault finding on mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems
- Monitoring equipment performance and identifying improvements to reduce downtimeMaintaining stock levels of spare parts and reporting shortages
- Completing maintenance reports and shift handovers
- Ensuring all work is carried out safely and in line with site procedures
- Supporting housekeeping standards within the workshop and operational areas
- Liaising with production, management and fabrication teams when required
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience within a Lead Fitter or Maintenance role
- Background within manufacturing, processing or heavy industry environments
- Knowledge of hydraulics, electrical systems and PLCs
- MIG welding experience advantageous
- Ability to work proactively and prioritise workload effectively
- Good communication and computer skills
- Strong understanding of health & safety procedures
- Forklift licence beneficial, although training can be provided
Shift Pattern
- 4 on 4 off rotating shift pattern
- 2 day shifts followed by 2 night shifts
- Shift times: 5:00am - 5:00pm / 5:00pm - 5:00am
- 14-day rest break built into the rota across the 8-week cycle
- Overtime opportunities available
Benefits
- Annual bonus scheme
- Critical illness cover
- Death in service benefit
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Monthly welfare allowance after probation
- Employee recognition schemes and incentives
- Company events throughout the year
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of , , gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, or maternity, , or belief, , or sexual .
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