Machine Tool Fitter

Rate: £35,000 - £42,000 per annum, Benefits: Enhanced Overtime, Bonus, Holiday, Pension

Type: Permanent

Machine Tool Fitter

Location: Nuneaton CV10 0AH

Role: Workshop-based role with occasional travel

Salary: Up to £42k DOE

Permanent Role: Days

Benefits: Enhanced Overtime, Bonus, Holiday, Pension

Do you have experience repairing CNC machines or machine tools? Ready for your next challenge? If the answer is yes, then please read on...

Our established client is looking for a skilled Machine Tool Fitter/Service Engineer to join their growing team.

The ideal candidate will be based in the Midlands, within a reasonable commute of their Nuneaton office.

The ideal candidate should have experience in installing, maintaining, servicing, and repairing manual metal cutting machinery, with skills in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.

This is a practical role requiring both technical knowledge and strong customer service in different industrial settings.

The Role - Machine Tool Fitter:

1. Perform routine maintenance on manual metal cutting machines to keep them running smoothly.
2. Fix mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems in the workshop or at customer sites.
3. Replace faulty parts (motors, gears, belts, electrical components).
4. Install/fit new parts.
5. Use diagnostic tools to identify and fix issues.
6. Provide technical support to customers, including troubleshooting and on-site help.
7. Offer advice on machine performance, efficiency, and upgrades.
8. Work with clients to ensure machines meet their needs and provide high-quality service.
9. Keep detailed records of service visits, repairs, and maintenance.
10. Write reports for customers on work completed, parts replaced, and machine performance.
11. Follow safety rules and industry standards during maintenance and repairs.
12. Ensure machines meet safety standards and run efficiently to avoid breakdowns and accidents.
13. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, offering ongoing support and advice.

Key Candidate Requirements - Machine Tool Fitter:

1. Minimum of 3 years of CNC service, breakdown or maintenance experience.
2. Experience stripping down gearboxes, spindles, and/or cross-lighting machines.
3. CNC machine tools/metal cutting experience.
4. BTEC Level 3 or HNC in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent time-served experience.
5. Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with the ability to diagnose and repair complex systems.
6. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
7. Proficiency in using hand tools, diagnostic equipment, and machine tools.
8. Excellent problem-solving skills.
9. Strong communication and customer service skills.
10. Self-motivated, with the ability to manage time and prioritise tasks.
11. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact professionally with clients.
12. Flexibility to travel and work at various customer locations as needed.

Salary and Package - Machine Tool Fitter:

1. Salary: £35k-£42k
2. 39.5 hours per week
3. Monday - Thursday 8:00-5:00, Friday 8:00-4:30
4. Overtime rates
5. Company Pension Scheme
6. Company Bonus
7. Holidays: 32 days (including bank holidays)
8. Opportunity to gain further qualifications long-term

Interested? To apply for this Machine Tool Fitter position, here are your two options:

1. This is the job for me! When can I start? - Call 0116 2545411 now and let's discuss your experience. Ask for Emma Gilmore between 7.30am - 4.30pm.
2. I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview - Click 'apply now' so I can read your CV and let you know.