Are you a Mechanical Maintenance Fitter looking for your next permanent role? Are you looking for longevity and the thrill of working with a growing site? Then read on we may just have the role for you!

We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Maintenance Fitter to join our friendly maintenance team at ourElstow Block Plant, located close to Elstow in Bedfordshire.

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The site is easily accessible from Bedford, Kempston, Wixams, Ampthill, Flitwick, Biggleswade, Sandy, Milton Keynes, Luton, Dunstable, St Neots, and the surrounding areas.

Our Elstow Plant manufactures sustainable, tough and energy-efficient aerated blocks that we see all around us whether in our homes or workplaces, you are never too far away from one of our products.

Main Responsibilities

As our Mechanical Maintenance Fitter, you will be responsible for undertaking plant maintenance, repairs and improvements to ensure maximum reliability of all plant equipment, while supporting team members in all aspects of plant operation.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Responding to plant breakdowns and ensuring efficient repair of equipment, minimising downtime while following the maintenance plan and all Safety, Health and Environmental standards
• Continuously improving plant performance while maintaining safety, maintenance and asset reliability
• Contributing to the in-house development of the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Supporting maintenance and operations through accurate documentation, policies, procedures and guidelines
• Contributing to and delivering the weekly maintenance plan
• Maintaining and updating information in CMMS or other maintenance systems
• Participating in planning major equipment overhauls
• Participating in shutdown coordination across departments

This is a shift-based role, with overtime available to meet site needs.

The Ideal Candidate

This is a varied and rewarding position requiring:

• Level 3 Apprenticeship, ONC/NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering (beneficial). QBE (Qualified by Experience) considered essential
• Practical knowledge of maintenance practices including hydraulics and pneumatics
• Fabrication and welding experience
• Experience with TPM methodology and Continuous Improvement
• Working knowledge of engineering maintenance principles, ideally within heavy engineering
• Understanding of Predictive Maintenance
• Experience using a CMMS
• Familiarity with Root Cause Analysis and Failure Mode & Effect Analysis tools
• Understanding of mechanical systems, codes and symbols used on drawings
• Ability to learn and apply Health & Safety rules

Why Tarmac

We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.

Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:

• Bonus scheme
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
• Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc.(REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
• Training and development opportunities

Tarmac is committed to being a Forces-friendly employer.If youre coming from a military background, well support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.

Were proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, were here to support you.

Ready to build your future?

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