Maintenance Technician/ Mechanical Fitter

Job Reference: HL040826SW

Maintenance Technician/ Mechanical Fitter

Are you a hands-on individual who loves tinkering with classic cars, bikes, or agricultural machinery?

Have you worked as a mechanic in a workshop or have experience mending tractors or engines ?

If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Maintenance Technician / Mechanical Fitter

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform mechanical maintenance on large production machines.
• Respond to and repair mechanical breakdowns swiftly.
• Utilize problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues and prevent recurrence.
• Conduct planned refurbishments of production machinery once trained.
• Conduct checks and thermal inspections on production equipment.
• Execute Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and address reactive maintenance needs.
• Ensure all tasks are completed safely, adhering to Health and Safety regulations.
• Accurately complete all engineering documentation required.
• Manufacture spare parts (simple brackets, guards, and fixtures) using lathes or milling machines as needed.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A strong background in mechanical maintenance, ideally from a workshop or agricultural setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A keen eye for detail and the ability to work under pressure.
• An engineering qualification (NVQ level or above, ideally with an apprenticeship).
• Good knowledge of mechanical/maintenance engineering practices.
• A welding certificate (preferred but not essential).
• A self-starter who enjoys the challenges presented by complex machinery.
• A bright, technically sound individual with a commercial mindset.
• Enthusiastic, innovative, and open to embracing change and improvements.

Salary: £15.00/hour + Shift Pay (£1.97/hr ) = £16.97 Phr
Shift Pattern:

• Week 1: 6am-2pm
• Week 2: Monday to Thursday 1pm-10pm; Friday 1pm-5pm
  Benefits: 23 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays, Pension Scheme
  Location: South Chard, South Somerset

If you're looking for a rewarding career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment and have a passion for machinery, we want to hear from you! Apply now and become a vital part of a leading manufacturer in the industry!