At Tarmac, ‘who you are’ matters. We want to get to know you. If you share our values and are proud of a job well done, collaborative in working well with others and ambitious to make things better, then have a read of what we have on offer. Due to our team expanding, we are currently looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Fitter - Plant to join our successful team of Fitters based at Tarmac Dolyhir / Strinds Quarry and Asphalt Plant, which is located in Presteigne close to Hereford in Herefordshire. As well as Hereford, this site is easily accessible from Hay on Wye, Ludlow, Leominster, Llandrindod Wells, Newtown and the surrounding areasWe’re working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds. Role ResponsibilityReporting to the Section Manager, the Mechanical Maintenance Fitter - Plant role is part of the 24/7 engineering function at our Dolyhir / Strinds Quarry and Asphalt Plant in Presteigne. As a Mechanical Maintenance Fitter - Plant you will be responsible for the following across the Quarry and Asphalt plant:Responding to plant breakdowns (Quarry and Asphalt Plant) – ensuring assets are returned to production in a timely manner, and temporary fixes are followed up with a permanent solutionUndertaking emergency breakdown repairs in a timely and efficient way on all production equipmentLiaison in preventative maintenance planning and execution planned shutdownsOwning small scale projects and delivering them in a pragmatic and proactive mannerTaking a cost conscious approach to maintenance activities and participating in root cause analysis so repeat failures can be eliminatedCoordinating with contractors and suppliers when they are on siteContributing to the continuous improvement of the engineering function through your own observations and experienceWelding and Fabricating to a good standardWorking with risk assessments and method statements and contributing to the preparation and development of safe working methods for repair proceduresMaintaining and promoting Health & Safety rules and regulations, following all company processes and proceduresChallenging unsafe conditions and practices, reporting these through company proceduresUtilising the computerised maintenance management system and recording all work including fault descriptions, spares used and repairs carried outThe Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate for the role of Mechanical Maintenance Fitter - Plant will be self-motivated, enthusiastic and able to work with minimal supervision. You should also demonstrate proven experience working within an Industrial, Factory or similar environment. Suitable candidates for the role of Mechanical Maintenance Fitter - Plant will:Have a recognised apprenticeship (preferably a higher-level standard)ONC/HNC (desirable but not essential)Have a strong, practical mechanical systems background, heavy industry preferred - conveyors, drive systems – motors, belts, pumps, gearboxes, crushers, vibratory screensPossess a fault finding ability to identify defects and recommend appropriate actionPossess the ability to remove and fit bearingsBe capable of undertaking emergency breakdown repairs in a timely and efficient manner on all production equipmentAbility to assess SHE risks arising from work activities and control risks accordinglyKnowledge of site-specific SHE procedures and Safe Working PracticesWhy TarmacIn addition to the role of Mechanical Maintenance Fitter - Plant we also offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits including:Bonus schemeEnhanced holiday entitlementContributory pension schemeAccess to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential adviceAccess 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 menopauseTraining and development opportunitiesInterested? Why not click here to find out more? Go on… are you ready to build your future?Tarmac, a CRH company, is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when this happens we sometimes bring the published closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.#tarmac #tarmaccareers #Aggregates #fitter #plantfitter #mechanicalfitter #mechanicaltechnician #technicianjobs #maintenancejobs #engineeringjobs #plantjobs #quarrying #quarryingoperations #asphalt #asphaltjobs #quarryjobs #Presteigne #Hereford #HayonWye #Ludlow #Leominster #LlandrindodWells #NewtownTarmac Trading Limited
