Mechanical Engineer
RecXchange · Derby, England ·
Mechanical Plant Fitter Permanent Role Heavy Industrial Environment An established industrial business is seeking an experienced Mechanical Plant Fitter to support the maintenance and reliability of their production site.
This is a hands-on role suited to an engineer who enjoys fault finding problem solving and working on large-scale plant and equipment within a fast-paced operational environment. Youll play a key role in ensuring production assets remain safe reliable and available whilst contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the business.
The Role Reporting into the Engineering Team you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a wide range of fixed and mobile plant equipment across a heavy industrial environment.
Key responsibilities include
Responding to mechanical breakdowns and restoring plant safely and efficiently Carrying out planned preventative maintenance activities Diagnosing faults and implementing long-term engineering solutions Maintaining conveyors crushers screens pumps gearboxes motors and associated plant equipment Performing welding fabrication and mechanical repair work Supporting shutdowns inspections and maintenance projects Working closely with operational teams contractors and suppliers Recording maintenance activities using maintenance management systems Promoting high standards of health safety and environmental compliance What Were Looking For Applications are welcomed from candidates with experience in: Quarrying Aggregates Asphalt Concrete Recycling Waste Processing Heavy Manufacturing Industrial Processing Material Handling Mining Plant Hire Heavy Engineering You will ideally possess: A recognised Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills Experience maintaining industrial plant and process equipment Knowledge of bearings drives pumps motors and gearboxes Welding and fabrication experience A proactive approach to maintenance and continuous improvement The ability to work independently and manage workload effectively A full UK driving licence Why Apply This is an opportunity to join a well-established business operating within a critical industrial sector offering long-term career stability varied engineering challenges and the chance to work on a diverse range of large-scale plant and equipment.
The successful candidate will join a supportive engineering team where safety reliability and operational excellence are at the heart of everything they do. Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: £ 40000 - 50000