Maintenance Engineer - Welder/Fabricator

Location: Doncaster, DN4 (South Yorkshire)
Pay Rate: £16.50–£19.00 per hour, dependent on experience
Working Hours: 7:00am–5:00pm
Overtime: Weekend work on a rota basis, paid at overtime rates

Job Overview

Arthur Rose Recruitment are looking for an experienced Maintenance Fitter / Fabricator Welder to join our maintenance team. The successful candidate will have strong mechanical maintenance skills, proven fabrication and welding experience, and a background working with heavy plant and machinery.

Key Responsibilities

* Carry out mechanical maintenance, fault finding and repairs on heavy plant and associated equipment.

* Maintain, repair and support the operation of conveyors, gearboxes, motors and other mechanical equipment.

* Work alongside the PPM team to understand site operations, maintenance procedures and equipment requirements.

* Identify and address problem areas, particularly spill points and transfer points, to improve site cleanliness and reduce material spillage.

* Carry out fabrication and modification work to improve plant reliability, safety and performance.

* Respond to mechanical breakdowns and assist with preventative maintenance activities.

* Work independently when required, planning and completing maintenance and fabrication tasks effectively.

* Follow all site health and safety procedures and ensure work is completed to a high standard.

* Maintain tools, equipment and work areas in a safe and organised condition.

Essential Skills and Experience:

* Proven experience in a mechanical maintenance fitter role within a heavy industrial or plant environment.

* Strong fabrication and welding skills, with the ability to carry out repairs and modifications on-site.

* Good working knowledge of conveyors, gearboxes, motors and associated mechanical systems.

* The ability to diagnose mechanical faults and carry out effective repairs.

* Experience working outdoors and in an operational site environment.

* The ability to work independently, use initiative and prioritise maintenance tasks.

* A strong understanding of safe working practices within an industrial environment.

* A flexible approach to working hours, including participation in a weekend overtime rota.

To apply:

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Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed