We are working with a well-established specialist engineering business that provides conveyor belting, mechanical maintenance and installation services to customers across a wide range of industries throughout the UK.
Due to continued growth, the business is looking to recruit a Belt / Mechanical Fitter to join its field service team. This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced Mechanical Fitter or a junior engineer looking to develop their career within a specialist engineering sector.
Full training will be provided, making this an ideal opportunity for candidates from mechanical backgrounds such as vehicle mechanics, plant mechanics, maintenance engineers or mechanical fitters who are looking for a varied field-based role.
No two days are the same. You'll be travelling to customer sites across the UK carrying out conveyor belt fitting, mechanical maintenance, repairs and installations, working as part of a supportive and experienced engineering team.
Responsibilities of a Belt / Mechanical Fitter:
Carry out conveyor belt installation, maintenance and repair work on customer sites
Support planned maintenance and breakdown activities
Assist with mechanical fitting and installation projects across the UK
Inspect equipment and identify wear, damage or potential failures
Work safely and professionally on customer sites
Complete job reports and site documentation
Participate in the on-call rota for evenings and weekends
Skills & Qualifications of a Belt / Mechanical Fitter:
Mechanical aptitude and practical hands-on engineering skills
Level 2 Mechanical qualification or equivalent
Experience as a Mechanical Fitter, Maintenance Engineer, Vehicle Technician, Car Mechanic, Plant Fitter or similar
Willingness to travel and work nationwide
Flexible approach to working hours
Good communication and customer-facing skills
Full UK Driving Licence essential
Junior candidates with the right attitude and mechanical background are encouraged to apply as full training will be provided.
Benefits of a Belt / Mechanical Fitter:
Base salary of £30,000 - £35,000 pa depending on experience.
Overtime available paid at enhanced rates most of the current engineers are earning c £45,000
Monday to Friday, 45-hour working week
Company van provided
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Company pension scheme
Full training and development programme
Opportunity to learn a specialist engineering trade
UK-wide field-based work offering excellent variety
Overtime opportunities available
On-call allowance for weekend and night support
Long-term career progression opportunities
Supportive and experienced engineering team
If you feel this Belt / Mechanical Fitter role is right for you, please contact Emma Devereux or Keeley Mobley at Maintech Recruitment for more information or click apply.
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Salary description
£30000.00 - £35000.00 per year