Job Description
Job Description:
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In this role you will be working for one of the UK's leading dedicated WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) processing facilities, who are looking for experienced Maintenance Fitters to join their engineering team in Sittingbourne.
This is a hands-on role responsible for maintaining the site's recycling plant, ensuring equipment operates safely and efficiently while minimising downtime. You'll play a key role in planned preventative maintenance, fault finding, repairs and continuous improvement across the plant.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across the recycling plant
Service granulators, including changing and setting knives, wear bars, screens, hydraulic systems, cleaning and greasing
Maintain ring crushers and other plant machinery
Diagnose faults and carry out repairs to minimise downtime
Work closely with Shift Managers and production teams to schedule maintenance effectively
Monitor and maintain spare parts stock, reporting low stock levels when required
Liaise with fabricators and external contractors where necessary
Complete maintenance records and provide detailed shift handovers
Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements to reduce recurring faults
Maintain workshop standards and ensure tools and equipment are stored correctly
Attend team meetings and contribute ideas for continuous improvement
Requirements
- Previous experience in a maintenance fitting or industrial maintenance role
Previous experience in a lead or supervisory position would be advantageous
Knowledge of mechanical maintenance, hydraulics and PLCs
MIG welding experience
Ability to prioritise workload and respond quickly to breakdowns
Good understanding of health, safety and environmental procedures
Computer literate, including Microsoft Outlook and Excel
Forklift licence preferred, although training can be provided
Experience within the waste, recycling, metals or heavy industrial sector would be beneficial
Flexible approach to working shifts and overtime
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established recycling business where you'll play a vital role in maintaining critical plant equipment while benefiting from a unique shift pattern, excellent benefits and long-term career opportunities.
Shift Pattern
4 on, 4 off rotating shift pattern (2 days, 2 nights, followed by 4 days off). Shift times are 05:00 - 17:00 and 17:00 - 05:00. Every 8 weeks, you'll benefit from a 14-day rest break, with annual leave incorporated into the shift pattern. Overtime is also available. xwwtmva
£40000 / year
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