Plant Fitter Mechanic-Newbury

MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE OF WORKING IN THE WASTE / RECYCLING SECTOR

As a result of continuous business growth, we are looking to expand our team and recruit an additional, experienced Plant Fitter/Mechanic This is an exciting opportunity to take the next step in your career and join a well- established and successful team.
Day work only Hours of work: Monday to Friday: 45 hours - Plus 4 hours Saturday mornings totalling 49 hours per week, plus overtime.
Main Duties
 Inspect and troubleshoot industrial shredders, granulators, conveyor belts and other plant machinery.
 Fixing faults on plant machinery or arranging for replacements to be installed.
 Carrying out inspections on plant machinery.
 Carrying out routine scheduled maintenance work for lorries.
 Preventative maintenance.
 Welding activities when necessary.
 Dealing with breakdowns, unplanned problems, and repairs.
 Check functionality of safety systems.
 Fitting new parts and making sure equipment is working correctly.
Candidate Attributes and Experience
 Previous mechanical and electrical experience.
 Experience in repairing mobile plant such as forklifts, Lorries.
 Background in Lorries (HGV) maintenance or any vehicle maintenance; - not mandatory, however represents an advantage.
 Experience in repairing any machinery such as conveyor belts, industrial shredders, granulators.
 Experience in repairing/maintaining any industrial machinery.
 Basic knowledge of electrical systems - is an advantage but not essential.
 Welding skills.
 Fault find skills.
 Good problem-solving.
 Fluent English Required.
 Physically fit.
 UK Driving License.
Salary & Benefits
 Competitive salary.
 Company Vehicle.
 Training available.
 Great opportunities within the company for the right candidate.
 Salary 40k+ per annum depending on experience