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Mechanical Maintenance Fitter
Cranfield, Bedfordshire
36,395.38 per annum
Monday- Thursday 8am-5pm, Friday 8am-1:20pm ( 39 hours per week)
This is a static site-based position
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic person for our client based in Cranfield. As a Mechanical Maintenance Fitter you will provide a delivery of facilities support services across our clients site. You will be responsible for carrying out a range of general/fabric maintenance and business support tasks. You will report to the Operations Supervisor and assist as required in the delivery of reactive, planned and ad-hoc maintenance tasks.
Mechanical Maintenance Fitter Responsibilities-
- Fault finding in mechanical / electromechanical equipment & control systems.
- Undertake maintenance, inspection and repair of the plant in accordance with the agreed maintenance regime, including scheduling new tasks.
- Ensuring that machinery and equipment meets safety regulations.
- Intervening in the event of breakdowns, failures or malfunctions.
- Carry out regular weekly walk rounds of the site to identify any facility asset deterioration and report, repair as needed and be first line for any alterations or new equipment.
- Respond to user requests for repair, maintenance and infrastructure enhancements.
- Ensure spares are identified and managed in line with materials required.
- Set up equipment in an efficient manner, based on a sound technical understanding of the equipment and its functionality.
- Liaise with and manage suppliers and contractors to ensure the best possible service is delivered to the company.
- Diagnosis of mechanical issues with equipment/facility and facilitate its repair.
- Support the upgrade of mechanical equipment within the test facilities.
- Happy to work in confined spaces and at height.
- Frequent usage of a nifty lift, FLT and scaffold towers.
Mechanical Maintenance Fitter Requirements-
- In-depth knowledge of complex mechanical, facility & electromechanical equipment.
- City & Guilds or BTEC National qualification in mechanical/electrical engineering ( or equivalent)
- Good problem-solving skills with a methodical approach.
- Ability to work in a varied role, working effectively on multiple tasks in parallel.
- Self-motivated, conscientious with the ability to communicate effectively and work either independently or as part of a team.
- Able to learn quickly about new subjects and apply that learning to current tasks.
- Acutely aware of all H&S aspects and a strong understanding of isolation and lockout procedures.
- A strong Mechanical and Electrical skillset, ideally with an emphasis on Mechanical
- Engineering.
- Familiarity with automotive test facilities such as MTS hydraulic systems and environmental test
- A flexible and responsive attitude to go above and beyond when required.
- Ability to remain focused in high pressure situations.
- Computer literate with experience of Microsoft Office programs.
- Good Health & Safety knowledge and attitude - understanding of and experience of carrying out risk assessments.
- To work in support of a preventative maintenance strategy. Undertaking work of a predictive preventive and repair nature.
- Meet and exceed set KPIs for safety, quality, and productivity.
- Ensure contractors are appropriately supervised and comply with contractual commitments and site operating processes.
- Document and communicate as necessary comprehensive maintenance records
- Full UK driving licence.
Please apply with a copy of your latest CV in the first instance.
CPDaventry
