Forterra - Accrington, Whinney Hill Road, Huncoat, Accrington, Lancashire, United Kingdom Req #518
02 April 2025
We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Accrington team in the position of Maintenance Fitter.
The role holder will play a safe and active part in maintenance activities, being responsible to rectify all electrical malfunctions / breakdowns safely and effectively to enable the continuity and productivity of the plant, to achieve current safety, output, and quality targets.
Responsibilities
* Perform to a good standard all aspects of Maintenance Fitting.
* Providing solutions for practical problems; the exact day-to-day duties will vary depending on the task.
* Fault finding on pneumatics, hydraulics, and machines out of sequence to reduce downtime.
* General welding and fabrication.
* Developing personal engineering skills.
* Provide maintenance solutions to enhance the improvement of plant efficiencies.
* General machining is an advantage, including Centre Lathe work and Milling Machine work.
Your duties would include but not limited to the following:
* Before work commences on any item of plant/machinery, all relevant safe work procedures must be sought and followed together with an assessment made if needed with maintenance fitter, plant foreman, and management.
* Ensure when carrying out any work at height a full working at height risk assessment is carried out including permits.
* Provide technical expertise to support plant requirements.
* Ensure when carrying out any work that a one-minute risk assessment is completed irrespective of a full risk assessment in place.
* Use Forterra Permit to work system.
* Provide inspection, testing, and commissioning expertise and support.
* Before using any vibration tools, ensure all monitoring equipment is in serviceable condition using Havswear recording system and ensure not to exceed acceptable limits.
* Lead by example in encouraging teamwork with both electrical and mechanical employees, flexibility, and a culture of continuous improvement.
* Proactively support company/site initiatives.
* To work together with all maintenance staff to ensure one team.
* Ensure isolation of all plant and equipment both electrically and mechanically before commencement of duties, ensuring the use of personnel lock off LOTOTO.
* Return all tools used to their correct place and all debris to the correct skip.
* Adhere to rules and procedures involving the use of workshop equipment.
* Once work is completed, including new installations, ensure a full test has been carried out, safety guards are put back, all safety features work, and all debris removed before commencement/operation of the plant/equipment.
* As and when required to aid in tunnel kiln shutdown/light up and general maintenance.
* To work in conjunction with Maintenance Electricians and assist as and when necessary.
* Keep plant and maintenance records up to date.
* Carry out PPMs to a good standard with records.
* Acquire a good understanding of all machines' sequence, a basic understanding of operation.
* Use all hand/power tools and ladders safely and correctly using the required P.P.E and to take out of action immediately damaged/faulty items.
* Report all irregularities/health & safety issues to the maintenance manager.
* Carry out housekeeping duties as and when required.
* Work a reasonable amount of overtime when required.
* Be flexible with overtime and covering holidays.
* Undertake any relevant training as requested on rest days and during your shift.
About You
The job requires adequate mechanical qualifications and a minimum of three years’ experience.
Training Requirements
* City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 ONC HND
* Knowledge of PLC Systems
* Sensors PNP, NPN
* Lifting and Slinging Training
* HAV Awareness Training
* Gas Awareness Training
* Confined Space Training
* Company Online Induction
* COSHH
* Isolation Lock-off
* Working at Height (MEWP/Scissor Lift and Harness Training)
* Spill Training (Environmental Awareness)
What We Can Offer You:
* Competitive Salary and Benefits package
* Life Assurance and Company Pension Scheme up to 10% employer contribution
* Gym benefit and Cycle 2 Work Scheme
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme for self and family members
* Personal development and opportunities for progression
We are a leading manufacturer of a diverse and trusted range of concrete and clay building products used extensively within the construction sector, with instantly recognisable brands including Thermalite block, Bison Precast, and the iconic London Brick.
Forterra’s purpose is to build lasting legacies, manufacturing a range of products from the ground up to support customers with their construction projects.
We are proud to be at the forefront of the industries’ safety standards and are committed to achieving zero harm in our workplaces.
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