Qualified Mechanical Fitter - Full Time
Pay: £16.83–£19.22/hr + 15% shift allowance
Shifts: 11.5-hour shifts (5 on/5 off, 4 on/4 off)
Location: Hemerdon Mine, PL7 5BS
Overview
Tungsten West plc is restarting the Hemerdon Tungsten-Tin mine in South Devon. We are seeking a Mechanical Fitter to support installation, maintenance, and reliability of heavy plant and processing equipment during rebuild, commissioning, and production.
Requirements
- Based at Hemerdon Mine, ~10 miles northeast of Plymouth. No public transport to site. Own vehicle essential.
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical discipline
- Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter or similar role
- Strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
- Ability to read mechanical drawings
- Experience in mining, quarrying, or heavy plant (desirable)
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
- Safety-conscious with good attention to detail
Key Responsibilities
- Install, assemble, and commission mechanical systems and equipment
- Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on plant machinery
- Diagnose faults and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
- Read and work from mechanical drawings and specifications
- Use tools, machinery, and precision measuring equipment safely
- Complete inspections, testing, and maintenance records
- Ensure all work meets safety, quality, and compliance standards
Benefits
- 15% shift allowance + competitive hourly rate
- Training, qualifications, and career progression
- Pension, benefits scheme, free parking, refreshments
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £16.83-£19.22 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- This role is based at a mine site near Hemerdon, Plymouth, with no public transport links. Do you have a driving licence and access to your own vehicle?'
Work Location: In person
