Location: Stanford-le-Hope, Essex
Salary: £53,000
Shift: 4 on 4 off days and nights
Job Role
We are currently recruiting for a Shift Fitter to join a well-established and growing manufacturing business based in Stanford-le-Hope. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Shift Fitter looking to join a stable company offering a Monday to Friday days-based role, excellent training opportunities, and long-term career progression.
The Shift Fitter will be responsible for carrying out planned and reactive mechanical maintenance across a range of production and site equipment. You will work closely with the engineering team to ensure machinery reliability, minimise downtime, and support continuous improvement projects across the site.
Sector: Manufacturing
Non-Negotiable Requirements for the Shift Fitter
Recognised mechanical engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, Apprenticeship or equivalent)
Previous experience working as a Shift Fitter, Maintenance Fitter or Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Strong fault-finding and mechanical maintenance skills
Experience working within an industrial, manufacturing, production or processing environment
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Requirements for the Shift Fitter
Carry out planned preventative maintenance activities
Respond to mechanical breakdowns and equipment failures
Diagnose and repair faults on conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, motors and associated equipment
Assist with machinery installations and continuous improvement projects
Ensure all maintenance activities are completed safely and in line with company procedures
Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
Desirable Requirements for the Shift Fitter
Welding or fabrication experience
Experience using CMMS systems
Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics
Experience within a heavy industrial or automated manufacturing environment
Multi-skilled maintenance experience
Benefits
Monday - Friday days role
Competitive salary of £44,000
Overtime opportunities
Pension scheme
Training and development opportunities
Stable and growing business
Excellent working environment
If you are interested in this opportunity and feel you have the required skills, please apply now.
For further details, contact Joe McAuliffe at Pioneer Selection.
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Salary description
£53000.00 - £53000.00 per year