Maintenance Fitter in Northampton

We are currently looking for a Maintenance Fitter to join our friendly team based from our Great Worth plant. This role will be to work on the plants supporting a large infrastructure project and will cover 7 production sites across the Midlands and North Oxfordshire. The base site is easily accessible via most major road networks, based in the heart of the Midlands and is commutable from Birmingham, Coventry, Kenilworth, Nuneaton, Redditch, Solihull, Sutton Coldfield, Walsall, Wolverhampton, Cannock, Tamworth, Towcester, Stratford-on-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa, Daventry, Northampton, Rugby and the surrounding areas.

We’re working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds. The role is a DAYS role so you will be required to work Monday - Friday with overtime available to meet with our site's needs. A company vehicle is provided for this role.

Main Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, as our Maintenance Fitter you will be responsible for undertaking plant maintenance, repairs and improvements to ensure maximum reliability of all plant associated areas and to assist team members in all aspects of plant operations.
• Respond to plant breakdowns when necessary and be responsible for the correct and efficient repair of equipment keeping downtime to a minimum with timely and safe adherence to the maintenance plan whilst complying with all relevant statutory legislation and the internal company Safety, Health and Environmental standards.
• Continue to improve plant performance whilst maintaining safety, maintenance and asset reliability.
• Contribute to the in-house development of the Computer Maintenance Management System.
• In support of the maintenance and operations functions, you will utilise documents and maintain policies, procedures, and associated guidelines for the safe and efficient maintenance of equipment.

The Ideal Candidate

• Level 3 Apprentice trained or ONC/NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering would prove highly beneficial although not essential as QBE (Qualified by Experience) is essential in this role.
• Experience working in the Ready-Mix Concrete industry would prove a distinct advantage.
• Have experience of TPM methodology and Continuous Improvement.
• Working knowledge of relevant engineering maintenance principles and practices, and experience of working in a relevant heavy engineering industry.
• Knowledgeable in the area of Predictive Maintenance.
• Experience in working with a Computer Maintenance Management System.
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis, Failure Mode & Effect Analysis tools/techniques.
• Understands database systems as relevant to planned maintenance and logging of shift activities.
• An understanding of mechanical systems including hydraulics and pneumatics and understanding National and International codes and symbols used on drawings and specifications.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme.
• Enhanced holiday entitlement.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Access to the Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice.
• Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause.
• Training and development opportunities.

Our client is committed to being a Forces friendly employer. If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.