Jobs in Frodsham

Are you an apprentice trained Mechanical Fitter (Mechanical Engineer) who is passionate about problem solving and maintenance for our Isover manufacturing plant in Runcorn?

At Saint-Gobain we are looking for a Mechanical Plant Fitter to work in our Engineering Team. You'll be responsible for the mechanical engineering activities on site on days, working on planned maintenance and continuous improvement and investment projects, in order to keep production running and future-proof our operation.

This Mechanical Fitter will be a part of our Mechanical Engineering Team. You'll be working on our automated machinery and will possess the initiative to solve problems, perform repairs, and collaborate with production as well as the wider engineering team.

Isover is part of Saint-Gobain and offers thermal and acoustic insulation solutions for roofs, walls and floors. Our Isover business designs and manufactures mineral wool insulation solutions in a UK-based plant in Runcorn, Cheshire, which uses 100% renewable electricity. We provide solutions across a wide range of applications, including technical insulation for industry and HVAC, distributed nationwide through our valued channel partners.

This is a days-based role working Monday- Friday 7.30am-3.30pm with an earlier finish on Fridays.. Please note we are a 24/7 plant and would therefore require some flexibility out of hours in case of business needs. In reward for your experience and flexibility you'll have access to a fantastic salary and some amazing benefits including a bonus and healthcare options.

What we're looking for:

Ideally an apprentice-trained mechanical engineer
Minimum NVQ Level III qualification in a mechanical engineering discipline
A continuous improvement mindset
Excellent communication and the ability to solve problems and collaborate with the electrician and other teams
H&S focus - safety is paramount for our business
Proficiency using CMSS systems and Microsoft packages plus ability to pick up other software when neededWhat you will be doing:

Planned engineering works on equipment and provide reactive support to the shift teams when needed
Use root cause analysis to solve problems and communicate relevant data to prevent reoccurrence regarding maintenance problems
Liaise with contractors and shift electrician, working collaboratively on projects
Use the CMMS system to plan your work, complete job reports, and order spares. We also use Microsoft packages in our day-to-day roles so a proficiency with IT is essentialAre Isover and Saint-Gobain inclusive employers?

Saint-Gobain is the worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction improving daily life through high-performance solutions. From wherever you are, let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world.

We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us.

And what about flexibility?

The world of work is changing. At Saint-Gobain, we're always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments. We'll happily discuss any need you might have for this role: flexible hours, job-sharing, part-time working, or anything else that matters to you. We can't promise to meet every request when we're recruiting. But we do promise to listen.

If you match our criteria, we will be in touch to discuss your experience and more about you as a person, we look forward to hearing from you