Mechanical Fitter

My client is a leading production and processing company with a great reputation within their respective sectors. It is a major employer within the area, and has had a presence in Scotland for over 100 years.

They are currently looking to recruit a number of experienced Mechanical Fitters to join their team.

Responsibilities:

• Respond to plant downtime to ensure that the plant can maximise throughput
• Responsible for repairing and replacing damaged equipment
• Interrogate, fault find and resolve any problems that are shown on the company's equipment
• Active participation in and close out of assigned tasks associated with summer & winter overhauls to ensure all plant equipment is maintained and repaired as required
• Active participation and meaningful engagement in continuous improvement activities and meetings
• Repair and overhaul of all plant & equipment as required
• Completion of work permits as required and adherence to health and safety standards

Education & Experience:

• All applicants should hold City & Guilds or similar vocational qualifications and have completed an apprenticeship or recognised training in mechanical discipline
• Relevant experience in a heavy manufacturing facility would be beneficial
• Flexible and willingness to cover a 24/7 shift pattern
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, ability to work in teams, to interact with production/maintenance colleagues and managers alike
• Excellent planning and organizational skills with the ability to take and respond to direction as required
• Self-motivated individual who has strong customer focus and can work on one's own initiative

• Continental - Days/Nights
• Weekend Nightshift
• Weekday Nightshift

Remuneration:

• Salary is 42k inc.shift allowance