Maintenance Fitter
Salary: £18.00 - £19.00 per hour
Location: Hebburn
Hours: Full-time, Permanent - 45 hours per week (Monday to Friday), plus overtime available
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading production facility in Hebburn for a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Fitter. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, ensuring the smooth running of mechanical systems through both preventative and reactive maintenance.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Perform routine, preventative, and reactive maintenance on all mechanical aspects of the plant.
2. Respond quickly to breakdowns, minimizing production downtime.
3. Conduct inspections and maintenance according to the site's preventative maintenance system (FSI).
4. Maintain a high standard of work while adhering to health and safety policies, including the use of permits to work.
5. Assist in preparing and implementing Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
6. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, reporting any concerns, accidents, or near misses.
7. Attend training to maintain qualifications and stay up to date with industry standards.
Candidate Requirements:
1. Experience in mechanical maintenance within a production or manufacturing setting.
2. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
3. Strong understanding of health and safety regulations.
4. A proactive and detail-oriented approach to problem-solving and maintenance tasks.
What's on Offer:
1. Competitive hourly rate of £18.00 - £19.00 per hour.
2. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with additional holiday after 5 years of service.
3. Long service payment, company pension, and private medical insurance.
4. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering free external counselling and guidance.
5. Life assurance scheme.
6. Cycle to work scheme, open twice a year.
7. Weekly paid with plenty of overtime opportunities.
If you're a qualified Mechanical Maintenance Fitter looking to further your career and enjoy a great benefits package, apply today.
If you do not hear from us in the first 2 weeks of application, please understand you have not been shortlisted for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr