We are currently looking for a Mobile Maintenance Fitter to join our friendly team based on one of our Midlands plants, this role will be to work on the plants supporting a large infrastructure project along with plants from our own core business. The current team covers 13 production sites across the Midlands and North Oxfordshire. The base site is easily accessible via most major road networks, based in the heart of the Midlands and is commutable from Birmingham, Coventry, Kenilworth, Nuneaton, Redditch, Solihull, Sutton Coldfield, Walsall, Wolverhampton, Cannock, Tamworth, Towcester, Stratford-on-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa, Daventry, Northampton, Rugby and the 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.
The role is a days role so you will be required to work Monday – Friday, with overtime available to meet with our site’s needs. A company vehicle is provided for this role.
Role Responsibility
Reporting to the Ready-mix Maintenance Manager, the role of Mobile Maintenance Fitter will have responsibility for inspection, maintenance, and service of our Ready-mix Concrete Plants. As a member of the Maintenance team, you will provide PPM and breakdown response to the Ready-mix business delivering the Maintenance Strategy for your area of cover and best practice by driving a culture of continuous improvement.
As well as PPM, the Mobile Maintenance Fitter will respond to emergency and plant breakdowns in a timely and efficient way on all production equipment including conveyors, pneumatics as well as fabrication / welding plant and be responsible for ensuring assets are returned to production and temporary fixes are followed up with a permanent solution.
The role of Mobile Maintenance Fitter will also be responsible for:
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Owning small scale projects and delivering them in a pragmatic and proactive manner
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Taking a cost-conscious approach to maintenance activities and PPM
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Coordinating with contractors and suppliers when they are on site
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Participating in root cause analysis so repeat failures can be eliminated
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Contributing to the continuous improvement of the engineering function through your own observations and experience
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Welding and Fabricating to a good standard
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Working with risk assessments and method statements and contributing to the preparation and development of safe working methods for repair procedures
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Maintaining and promoting Health & Safety rules and regulations, following all company processes and procedures and challenging unsafe conditions and practices, reporting these through company procedures
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Utilising the computerised maintenance management system and recording all work including fault descriptions, spares used and repairs carried out. Using application-based inspection schemes
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for the role of Mobile Maintenance Fitter 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 as a Mobile Fitter. Suitable candidates will have:
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Recognised apprenticeship (preferably a higher-level standard)
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ONC/HNC (desirable but not essential)
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Strong, practical mechanical systems background, heavy industry preferred - conveyors, pneumatics, drive systems – motors, belts, pumps, gearboxes
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Fault-finding ability to identify defects and recommend appropriate action
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Experience working in the Ready-Mix Concrete & or Quarrying industry would prove a distinct advantage
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Capability to undertake emergency breakdown repairs and PPM in a timely and efficient manner on all production equipment
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IT skills and be able to use PCs, common applications, and company systems
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Competence in the use of application-based inspection schemes
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Ability to assess SHE risks arising from work activities and control risks accordingly
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Knowledge of site-specific SHE procedures and Safe Working Practices
Why Tarmac
We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.
Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:
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Bonus scheme
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Enhanced holiday entitlement
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Contributory pension scheme
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Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
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Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
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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
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Training and development opportunities
Tarmac is committed to being a Forces‑friendly employer. If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.
We’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.
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