Fitter Welder – Scrap Yard – Nights

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Fitter Welder – Scrap Yard – Nights

Location: Tipton, DY4
Pay: £17.00 per hour
Ongoing Contract
Hours: Monday to Friday, 5:30pm – 2:00am

We are recruiting an experienced Fitter Welder for an ongoing contract at a busy scrap metal recycling site in Tipton.

This is a hands-on role involving the fitting, maintenance, repair and welding of scrap processing machinery and heavy plant. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a scrap yard, recycling plant, waste processing, heavy industry or a similar environment.

The Role

* Carry out mechanical fitting, maintenance and repairs.

* Weld and fabricate machinery, components and structures.

* Maintain and repair scrap processing equipment, including shredders, conveyors, balers, crushers and associated plant.

* Respond to machinery breakdowns and carry out fault-finding.

* Complete planned maintenance and routine inspections.

* Assist with mobile and heavy plant maintenance.

* Replace and repair worn or damaged components.

* Identify mechanical faults and carry out practical repairs.

* Safely isolate machinery before maintenance work.

* Maintain tools, equipment and work areas.

* Follow all Health & Safety procedures and safe systems of work.

The Candidate

We are looking for a practical Fitter Welder with:

* Previous mechanical fitting or maintenance experience.

* Good welding and fabrication skills.

* Experience working with heavy industrial machinery or plant.

* Practical experience repairing machinery and equipment.

* Good mechanical fault-finding ability.

* A reliable and professional approach to work.

* Good Health & Safety awareness.

This is an ongoing indefinite temporary contract

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