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.