Mechanical Fitter

FCC Environment; Knottingley; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job description

Mechanical Fitter

Salary – £16.60 per hour
Hours – 47.5 hours per week
Location – Darrington Quarry, WF11 0AY

As a Mechanical Fitter at FCC Environment, you will be responsible for the safe and effective maintenance and repair of fixed and mobile plants across our operations. You will play a key role in supporting operational continuity and minimising equipment downtime while maintaining high safety standards.

This is a full-time position, working five days per week.

Our promise to you

1. Competitive salary
2. 25 days' annual leave (for full-time working), plus Bank Holidays
3. Pension scheme
4. Life insurance
5. Discretionary bonus scheme
6. On-the-job training and career progression
7. Recognition scheme
8. Refer-a-friend scheme
9. Flexible benefits, including high street savings, cycle-to-work scheme, Gymflex membership, holiday purchase, and more
10. Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and the Best Doctors Service via our Wellbeing Platform

What will you be doing?

1. Carrying out mechanical repair and maintenance on both static and mobile plants, including engines
2. Performing servicing and inspections to minimise breakdowns and maintain efficient plant operation
3. Identifying faults, carrying out diagnostics, and implementing timely, effective solutions
4. Conducting risk assessments for non-routine tasks and adhering to safe systems of work
5. Ordering necessary tools, equipment, and parts required for maintenance tasks
6. Ensuring all work is completed in line with company health and safety procedures and industry regulations
7. Reporting any near misses, incidents, or unsafe practices and contributing to site safety improvements
8. Working both independently and as part of the wider maintenance and engineering team

What are we looking for?

1. Has experience maintaining and repairing static and mobile plants, ideally within a quarry or similar environment
2. Is a self-motivated problem solver with strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
3. Works well both independently and as part of a team
4. Demonstrates a strong awareness of health and safety procedures and safe working practices
5. Is organised, reliable, and able to manage their workload efficiently
6. Has completed relevant Competency Management System modules and other required training

About Us
We are FCC Environment, one of the UK’s leading waste and resource management companies. Our goal is simple – to minimise the amount of waste that ends up in landfill by transforming it into valuable resources.

We operate over 200 facilities across England, Scotland, and Wales and employ around 4,200 people. The recycling and waste management industry has never been more vital in the fight against climate change. We’re looking for people who share our passion for sustainability and want to make a real difference.

FCC Environment is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all.

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