Workshop Fitter / Mechanical Maintenance Technician
Our client is looking for a practical, reliable and skilled Workshop Fitter / Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join their team.
This is a varied, hands-on role involving the servicing, repair, assembly and preparation of specialist resin injection equipment. The successful candidate will have a strong mechanical background, a proactive approach to fault-finding and a commitment to maintaining high standards of workmanship and safety.
Previous experience with resin injection equipment is not essential, as full training on their specialist machinery will be provided.
Key Responsibilities:
- Service, maintain, repair specialist resin injection machinery and equipment.
- Diagnose and resolve mechanical faults, including those involving pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
- Identify equipment issues and carry out effective repairs to minimise downtime.
- Prepare, inspect and test machinery for operational use.
- Assemble and commission new equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and guidelines.
- Ensure equipment is maintained to a safe, reliable and operational standard.
- Read and interpret technical drawings, diagrams and manufacturer instructions.
- Identify and source replacement components using manufacturer drawings and parts lists.
- Compile parts requirements to assist with preparing quotations for customer repairs.
- Maintain accurate records of repairs, servicing and replacement components.
- Work in accordance with COSHH requirements and safe working practices.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
Essential:
- A minimum of 3 years' experience in a workshop fitting, mechanical maintenance or similar engineering role.
- NVQ Level 2 / 3 or equivalent qualification in mechanical engineering, maintenance, plant fitting or a related discipline.
- Good working knowledge of mechanical systems, with an understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics and basic electrical systems.
- Proven ability to diagnose faults and carry out mechanical repairs.
- Confident using hand tools, power tools and workshop machinery.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manufacturer instructions.
- Good attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem-solving.
- Intermediate computer skills, including the ability to complete electronic service records and documentation.
- A full, valid UK driving licence.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Desirable:
- Welding and fabrication experience.
- Experience working with construction plant, industrial pumps, compressors or specialist mechanical equipment.
- Previous experience assembling, servicing or commissioning machinery.
What's on Offer:
- Competitive salary of £28,000 – £34,000 , depending on experience and technical ability.
- Specialist training on resin injection equipment and associated systems.
- A varied and interesting role working with specialist machinery.
- 28 days holiday per annum, including bank holidays.
- Predominantly Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 16:30 (37.5 hours per week).
- Free staff parking available.
- Company pension scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme for personal support.
Apply today.