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Salary: £18.00 - £19.00 per hour
Location: Hebburn
Hours: Full-time, Permanent 45 hours per week (Monday to Friday), plus overtime available
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading production facility in Hebburn for a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Fitter. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, ensuring the smooth running of mechanical systems through both preventative and reactive maintenance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform routine, preventative, and reactive maintenance on all mechanical aspects of the plant.
- Respond quickly to breakdowns, minimizing production downtime.
- Conduct inspections and maintenance according to the sites preventative maintenance system (FSI).
- Maintain a high standard of work while adhering to health and safety policies, including the use of permits to work.
- Assist in preparing and implementing Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, reporting any concerns, accidents, or near misses.
- Attend training to maintain qualifications and stay up to date with industry standards.
Candidate Requirements:
- Experience in mechanical maintenance within a production or manufacturing setting.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong understanding of health and safety regulations.
- A proactive and detail-oriented approach to problem-solving and maintenance tasks.
Whats on Offer:
- Competitive hourly rate of £18.00 - £19.00 per hour.
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with additional holiday after 5 years of service.
- Long service payment, company pension, and private medical insurance.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering free external counselling and guidance.
- Life assurance scheme.
- Cycle to work scheme, open twice a year.
- Weekly paid with plenty of overtime opportunities.
If you're a qualified Mechanical Maintenance Fitter looking to further your career and enjoy a great benefits package, apply today.
If you do not hear from us in the first 2 weeks of application, please understand you have not been shortlisted for this role.
