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Maintenance Fitter
Mechanical bias
Machine service and maintenance
Location: Cullompton
Shift: Days Shift, Mon - Fri
Salary: £22 p/h (£45,760)
Are you an Experienced Maintenance Fitter with an agricultural or heavy engineering background who isn’t afraid to get their hands dirty? If yes, read on….
My client is a small family-run agricultural business who are known in the commercial growing industry. They are currently looking for a skilled and motivated Maintenance Fitter to maintain and service their machines and keep the factory, workshop and packing room running smoothly.
The Role - Maintenance Fitter
1. Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of farm machinery and equipment such as tractors, harvesters, irrigation systems, and conveyors.
2. Perform scheduled servicing and preventive maintenance to avoid breakdowns and prolong the lifespan of the equipment.
3. Diagnose mechanical faults and carry out repairs.
4. Troubleshoot issues with engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems, and replace defective parts as necessary.
5. Ensure that machinery is used correctly and safely by all operators.
6. Fabricate or modify parts and equipment using welding, cutting, and machining tools.
7. Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs performed, and parts used.
8. Follow and develop TPM/PPM schedules for all equipment.
9. Work closely with farm managers and other staff to coordinate maintenance activities and minimise downtime.
10. Daily meetings to align on the duties for the day ahead.
Minimum Skills / Experience Required - Maintenance Fitter
1. Previous experience as a Maintenance Fitter with a mechanical bias.
2. Hands-on experience with chains, bearings and conveyors.
3. Experience in repairing, servicing or maintaining agricultural/plant/manufacturing or industrial machinery.
4. Experience as an Agricultural Engineer would be advantageous.
5. Strong background in PPM schedules and developing them.
6. Qualifications within maintenance and engineering are desirable.
7. Good communication skills both written and verbal.
The Package - Maintenance Fitter
1. Salary up to £45,760 per annum.
2. 40 hr working week with frequent overtime available.
3. Use of company van.
4. Holiday package.
5. Pension.
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