Mechanical Maintenance Fitter - Days

Tarmac Trading Limited

Mechanical Maintenance Fitter - Days

Salary Not Specified

Tarmac Trading Limited, Lower Langford, North Somerset

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 4 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: cef563c339ba4a1da8e83138c81fc09f

Full Job Description

Reporting to the Quarry Manager, as our Mechanical Maintenance Fitter, you will be responsible for undertaking plant maintenance, repairs and improvements to ensure maximum reliability of all plant associated areas and to assist team members in all aspects of plant operation.,

  • Respond to plant breakdowns, when necessary and be responsible for the correct and efficient repair of equipment keeping downtime to a minimum with timely and safe adherence to the maintenance plan whilst complying to all relevant statutory legislation and the internal company Safety, Health and Environmental standards

  • Continue to improve plant performance whilst maintaining safety, maintenance and asset reliability

  • Contribute to the in-house development of the Computer Maintenance Management System

  • In support of the maintenance and operations functions, you will utilise documents, and maintain policies, procedures, and associated guidelines for the safe and efficient maintenance of equipment


  • The role of Mechanical Maintenance Fitter is a DAY role, overtime is also available to meet with our site's needs

    Are you a Mechanical Maintenance Fitter looking for you next permanent role? Are you looking for longevity and have the thrill of working with a growing site? Then read on as we may just have the role for you……, The role is a varied, complex and rewarding position that requires:
  • Level 3 Apprentice trained or ONC/NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering would prove highly beneficial; although not essential, as QBE (Qualified by Experience) is essential in this role

  • Working knowledge of maintenance practices - hydraulics/pneumatics

  • Experience of Fabricating and Welding

  • Have experience of TPM methodology and Continuous Improvement

  • Working knowledge of relevant engineering maintenance principles and practices, and experience of working in a relevant heavy engineering industry

  • Knowledgeable in the area of Predictive Maintenance

  • Experience in working with a Computer Maintenance Management System

  • Experience with Root Cause Analysis, Failure Mode & Effect Analysis tools/techniques

  • Understands database systems as relevant to planned maintenance and logging of shift activities

  • An understanding of mechanical systems including hydraulics and pneumatics and understand National and International codes and symbols used on drawings and specifications.

  • Ability to learn Health and Safety rules applicable to each department regarding their own and other operators' safety

    Tarmac is the UK's leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business. Our innovative products and solutions not only deliver the infrastructure needed to grow the UK economy today but also help to create a more sustainable built environment for the country's long-term future.


  • We are currently looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Fitter to join our fantastic team at our Langford Sand and Gravel Quarry, which is located close to Newark in Nottinghamshire. The site is easily accessible via from Newark-on-Trent, Lincoln, Mansfield, Sleaford, Nottingham, Grantham, Worksop and surrounding areas.

    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.

    Along with the role of Mechanical Maintenance Fitter we additionally offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits:
  • Bonus scheme

  • 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 (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & Carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female Voice, and Menopause

  • Training and development opportunities