Forterra - Kings Dyke, Peterborough Road, Whittlesey, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Req #331
15 October 2024
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 recognizable brands such as Thermalite blocks, London Brick, Ecostock, Cradley, Formpave and Jetfloor, Bison Precast.
Our product range comprises of clay bricks, Thermalite blocks, aggregate blocks, Red Bank chimney, roofing and flue systems, precast concrete and flooring products and Formpave permeable paving.
Forterra represents exactly what we do and have always done. Our purpose is to manufacture products that are the essential to the nation’s construction sector, helping our customers build with ease and confidence. Moreover, we continue to lead our industry in terms of standards and safety.
We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Kings Dyke Team in the position of Fitter.
The role holder will be responsible in maintaining the site mechanical plant and equipment to ensure the efficient and safe working of the plant.
Shift Pattern: 4on 4off Days & Nights
Your duties would include but not limited to the following;
* Carry out preventative maintenance daily and installation of new equipment as required.
* To provide shift cover when necessary.
* To respond to and act upon the fault report system. (CMMS, SQCDP, OEE).
* To organise stores items and ensure stores is correctly stocked to minimise breakdown times.
* To work closely with shift colleagues, Supervisors, Operators, maintenance Co Ordinator’s, shift managers, Production Manager, and Works Manager to ensure the sites targets and objectives are achieved, in SQCDP.
* To ensure the Health and Safety of self and others (Golden Rules).
* To be self-motivated and able to work on own initiative.
* Conducting preventative and planned maintenance using Pirana CMMS, OEE.
* Dealing with plant break downs.
* Carry shut down preparatory work.
* Ensure effective communication through daily logbook entries.
* Maintaining department and site housekeeping standards.
* Work with engineering contractors as required.
* Maintain, inspect, and test site services as and when required.
* Ensure the integrity of the stores by booking out items and communicating zero stock items and re-ordering as required.
About You ;
* Experience of industrial installations and control systems.
* The ability to fault find and test automated machinery.
* Knowledge of Hydraulics and Pneumatics (Primarily).
* Welding and Cutting experience would be advantageous.
* A good understanding of health and safety is essential and knowledge of LOLER and PUWER policy’s would be an advantage.
* Time Served Apprenticeship would be an advantage, but not mandatory
* You will be expected to continue training on specific equipment where compulsory, with other training given, if so required.
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
* Forterra - Kings Dyke, Peterborough Road, Whittlesey, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
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