RF Sept 22 - Mechanical Fitter

Job Introduction

At Tarmac, ‘who you are’ matters.  We want to get to know you.  If you share our values and are proud of a job well done, collaborative in working well with others and ambitious to make things better, then have a read of what we have on offer. 

We are currently looking for a Mechanical Fitter to join our team at Stancombe Quarry and Asphalt Plant, Flax Bourton, near Bristol (BS48 3QD).

We’re working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.

Main Responsibilities

The Mechanical Fitter is a vital part of the Engineering function on site working collaboratively with the Maintenance Team Leader.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Responding to plant breakdowns – ensuring assets are returned to production in a timely manner, and temporary fixes are followed up with a permanent solution
• Working alongside the operations team to deliver effective and pre-emptive maintenance on the plant assets. 
• Undertaking emergency breakdown repairs in a timely and efficient way on all production equipment
• Carrying out periodic planned inspections and maintenance including responsive repairs on all equipment – this includes fitting, lubrication, welding.
• Owning small scale projects and delivering them in a pragmatic and proactive manner
• Taking a cost conscious approach to maintenance activities
• Participating in root cause analysis so repeat failures can be eliminated
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of the engineering function through your own observations and experience
• Welding and Fabricating to a good standard
• Contributing to the preparation and development of safe working methods for repair procedures
• Maintaining and promoting Health & Safety rules and regulations, following all company processes and procedures.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for the role of Mechanical Fitter will be self-motivated, enthusiastic and able to work with minimal supervision. You should also demonstrate proven experience working within an Industrial, Factory or similar environment as a Mechanical Fitter.

Suitable candidates will:

• Have a recognised apprenticeship (preferably a higher-level standard)
• Ideally have ONC/HNC (desirable but not essential)
• Have a strong, practical mechanical systems background, heavy industry preferred - conveyors, drive systems – motors, belts, pumps, gearboxes, crushers, vibratory screens
• Possess a fault finding ability to identify defects and recommend appropriate action
• Possess the ability to remove and fit bearings
• Be capable of undertaking emergency breakdown repairs in a timely and efficient manner on all production equipment
• Be IT literate - capable of using PCs, common applications and company systems
• Demonstrate the ability to assess SHE risks arising from work activities and control risks accordingly
• Have knowledge of site-specific SHE procedures and Safe Working Practices

Why Us

As well as the role of Mechanical Fitter, we offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits: 

• Overtime Rates
• Bonus scheme
• Industry Leading Paternity & Maternity Policies
• 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 inc. BAME; LGBTQ+; Working Parents 
• Training and development opportunities 

Interested in the Mechanical Fitter role? Why not click here to find out more?  Go on… are you ready to build your future? 

Tarmac is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. 

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