Mechanical Maintenance Fitter
Cranfield, Bedfordshire
£36,395.38 per annum
Monday- Thursday 8am-5pm, Friday 8am-1:20pm ( 39 hours per week)
This is a static site-based position

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic person for our client based in Cranfield. As a Mechanical Maintenance Fitter you will provide a delivery of facilities support services across our clients site. You will be responsible for carrying out a range of general/fabric maintenance and business support tasks. You will report to the Operations Supervisor and assist as required in the delivery of reactive, planned and ad-hoc maintenance tasks.

Mechanical Maintenance Fitter Responsibilities-

• Fault finding in mechanical / electromechanical equipment & control systems.
• Undertake maintenance, inspection and repair of the plant in accordance with the agreed maintenance regime, including scheduling new tasks.
• Ensuring that machinery and equipment meets safety regulations.
• Intervening in the event of breakdowns, failures or malfunctions.
• Carry out regular weekly walk rounds of the site to identify any facility asset deterioration and report, repair as needed and be first line for any alterations or new equipment.
• Respond to user requests for repair, maintenance and infrastructure enhancements.
• Ensure spares are identified and managed in line with materials required.
• Set up equipment in an efficient manner, based on a sound technical understanding of the equipment and its functionality.
• Liaise with and manage suppliers and contractors to ensure the best possible service is delivered to the company.
• Diagnosis of mechanical issues with equipment/facility and facilitate its repair.
• Support the upgrade of mechanical equipment within the test facilities.
• Happy to work in confined spaces and at height.
• Frequent usage of a nifty lift, FLT and scaffold towers.

Mechanical Maintenance Fitter Requirements-

• In-depth knowledge of complex mechanical, facility & electromechanical equipment.
• City & Guilds or BTEC National qualification in mechanical/electrical engineering ( or equivalent)
• Good problem-solving skills with a methodical approach.
• Ability to work in a varied role, working effectively on multiple tasks in parallel.
• Self-motivated, conscientious with the ability to communicate effectively and work either independently or as part of a team.
• Able to learn quickly about new subjects and apply that learning to current tasks.
• Acutely aware of all H&S aspects and a strong understanding of isolation and lockout procedures.
• A strong Mechanical and Electrical skillset, ideally with an emphasis on Mechanical
• Engineering.
• Familiarity with automotive test facilities such as MTS hydraulic systems and environmental test
• A flexible and responsive attitude to go above and beyond when required.
• Ability to remain focused in high pressure situations.
• Computer literate with experience of Microsoft Office programs.
• Good Health & Safety knowledge and attitude – understanding of and experience of carrying out risk assessments.
• To work in support of a preventative maintenance strategy. Undertaking work of a predictive preventive and repair nature.
• Meet and exceed set KPIs for safety, quality, and productivity.
• Ensure contractors are appropriately supervised and comply with contractual commitments and site operating processes.
• Document and communicate as necessary comprehensive maintenance records
• Full UK driving licence.

Please apply with a copy of your latest CV in the first instance.

CPDaventry