Heavy Duty Fitter – Wash Plant
Job description: Heavy Duty Fitter – Wash Plant Location: Kirkby (L33 4XZ) Pay: £20.00 – £25.00 per hour Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent CareerMakers Recruitment are currently recruiting for a skilled and reliable Heavy Duty Fitter on behalf of our client based in Kirkby. This is a hands-on role supporting site operations and maintaining heavy plant machinery and aggregate wash plant systems. It is ideal for someone with strong mechanical knowledge and a proactive approach to maintenance and uptime. Working Hours * Monday to Friday: 7:00am – 5:00pm * Saturday: 7:00am – 1:00pm (when required) * Additional overtime available when necessary * Expected hours: 47.5 – 60 per week Key Duties & Responsibilities * Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on heavy plant machinery including excavators, loading shovels, screeners and crushers * Service and maintain aggregate wash plant systems * Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults * Complete routine servicing and preventative maintenance to maximise uptime * Monitor plant performance and ensure operational efficiency * Maintain accurate service records, inspection reports and maintenance logs * Work collaboratively with plant operators, fitters and management * Ensure all tasks are carried out in line with health and safety regulations Requirements * Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills * Previous experience maintaining heavy plant machinery * Experience with aggregate wash plant maintenance highly desirable * Good understanding of health & safety within an industrial environment * Basic computer literacy for reporting and record keeping * Reliable, self-motivated and able to work independently or within a team * Must be able to commute to the Kirkby site (L33 area) * Flexible to work overtime and weekends when required Pay & Benefits * £20.00 – £25.00 per hour (DOE) * Company pension * Free parking * On-site parking * Canteen facilities If you are an experienced Heavy Duty Fitter looking for a stable, long-term opportunity, apply today or contact the CareerMakers team for more information