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Job description

Due to continued growth, our client a leading provider of high-quality materials supporting major infrastructure projects across Northern Ireland, is seeking a Maintenance Fitter based in Coleraine, with travel to local sites as required. This mobile role offers variety across multiple locations and plays a key part in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of plant and machinery through planned maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance & Repairs: Perform routine, preventative, and reactive maintenance on a wide range of mechanical equipment, including conveyors, pumps, crushers, screens, and hydraulics etc.
• Fault Finding & Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair mechanical faults to minimise downtime and ensure optimal plant performance.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Adhere to company safety policies, risk assessments, and safe working procedures, ensuring all work is carried out in line with relevant health and safety regulations.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, breakdowns, and repairs.
• Continuous Improvement: Assist in identifying areas for process improvement, cost savings, and increased plant efficiency.
• Fabrication & Welding: Carry out basic fabrication and welding work as required.
• Collaboration: Work closely with production teams, electricians, and external contractors to ensure seamless plant operations.
• Stock & Spare Parts Management: Assist in monitoring and managing spare parts inventory, ensuring critical components are available when needed.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Plant Maintenance, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a similar maintenance role within a quarry, sand plant, heavy industry, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and conveyors.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and ability to liaise with colleagues at all levels.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and call-outs, as required.
• Full UK driving licence.

Further Information

Job Benefits : - A competitive rate of pay and benefits package. - Comprehensive training and development opportunities. - A supportive and collaborative working environment within a well-established organisation. Additional Information: This Mobile Maintenance Fitter is in Coleraine, Northern Ireland. If you're interested in this role, please send your CV to Danielle.Tweed@industrialtemps.com or contact our Ballymena office on 028 2542 0140 and ask to speak with Danielle.