Lead Maintenance Fitter
Sittingbourne
We are looking for an experienced Lead Maintenance Fitter to join a fast-paced industrial processing environment, supporting the smooth running of site operations and helping to minimise downtime across the plant.
This is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for planned preventative maintenance, reactive breakdown repairs and continuous improvement of machinery and equipment. Working closely with production teams, you will play a key part in ensuring the site operates safely, efficiently and with maximum productivity.
The Role
- Carrying out servicing, maintenance and repairs on plant machinery
- Completing planned preventative maintenance and responding to breakdowns
- Fault finding on mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems
- Monitoring equipment performance and identifying improvements to reduce downtime
- Maintaining stock levels of spare parts and reporting shortages
- Completing maintenance reports and shift handovers
- Ensuring all work is carried out safely and in line with site procedures
- Supporting housekeeping standards within the workshop and operational areas
- Liaising with production, management and fabrication teams when required
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience within a Lead Fitter or Maintenance role
- Background within manufacturing, processing or heavy industry environments
- Knowledge of hydraulics, electrical systems and PLCs
- MIG welding experience advantageous
- Ability to work proactively and prioritise workload effectively
- Good communication and computer skills
- Strong understanding of health & safety procedures
- Forklift licence beneficial, although training can be provided
Shift Pattern
- 4 on 4 off rotating shift pattern
- 2 day shifts followed by 2 night shifts
- Shift times: 5:00am – 5:00pm / 5:00pm – 5:00am
- 14‑day rest break built into the rota across the 8‑week cycle
- Overtime opportunities available
Benefits
- Annual bonus scheme
- Critical illness cover
- Death in service benefit
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Monthly welfare allowance after probation
- Employee recognition schemes and incentives
- Company events throughout the year
This is a great opportunity to join a stable and growing operation offering long-term career prospects, excellent benefits and additional earning potential through overtime.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
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