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The Company
Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.4 billion in revenue and 12,300 employees in 40 countries in 2025. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.
Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.
The Position
Multiskilled Fitter (Mechanical bias)
Job Summary
MultiSkilled Fitter – ( Mechanical bias)Location: Fal Valley Refinery, Central CornwallSalary: up to £36,993.56 DOEHours: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:00pm (37.5 hours)Contract: Fulltime, PermanentReporting to: Site Engineer
What we offerAt Imerys, maintenance roles are about more than keeping plant running – they’reabout working safely, improving reliability, and being part of a team that takespride in what it does.In return for your skills and experience, you’ll receive:
Competitive base salary
25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
Pension, life cover and income protection
Private medical insurance and wellbeing support
Cycle to Work and salary sacrifice schemes
Enhanced family leave
Recognition awards and long term development opportunities
You’ll also be supported with training and additional qualifications, includingchemical and safety training where required.
About our opportunityWe’re looking for a Mechanical MultiSkilled Fitter to join our Refining maintenanceteam at Fal Valley Refinery.This is a hands on role within a fixed plant industrial environment, delivering planned,preventive and reactive maintenance across mechanical, electrical andinstrumentation disciplines.You’ll work closely with engineering, maintenance and operations colleagues,supporting equipment reliability, installations and process improvements – all whileoperating to high standards of safety, quality and environmental compliance.
It’s well suited to someone who enjoys practical work, takes pride in faultfinding andproblem solving, and wants to continue developing their skills in a supportive,experienced team.
What you’ll be doingMaintenance & fault finding
Carrying out corrective, breakdown and preventive maintenance on fixed plant and associated systems (including pipework)
Diagnosing and rectifying mechanical faults, with exposure to electrical and instrumentation systems
Supporting equipment installations and process modifications
Compliance & safety
Working in line with Imerys Safe Working Rules, procedures and guidance
Maintaining compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards
Ensuring safe, clean and hazard free work areas at all times
Teamworking & site support
Providing engineering support across maintenance and operations activities
Working comfortably in environments involving work at height and confined spaces
Contributing positively to a collaborative, practical site culture
What good looks likeThis role will suit someone who:
Is confident working hands on in industrial environments
Takes ownership of safety and compliance
Approaches problems methodically and practically
Is reliable, resilient and comfortable taking feedback
Enjoys being part of a closeknit, collaborative team
What you’ll bringEssential
Mechanical fitting experience in an industrial or process environment
NVQ Level 3 in Multiskilled Engineering (or willingness to work towards this)
Knowledge of pumping and processing systems
Strong health, safety and environmental awareness
Be able to legally drive in the UK
Desirable
Electrical and/or instrumentation competency
Industrial, mining, refining or heavy manufacturing experience
Welding experience (MMA / MIG; TIG advantageous)
Why Imerys?At Imerys, our people are critical to how we operate safely, responsibly and efficiently.You’ll join a business that values experience, supports development and gives you theopportunity to build a longterm career in industrial engineering.If you’re looking for a stable, practical role with variety, responsibility and cleartechnical development, this is an excellent opportunity.
Position Type
Full time
and
Permanent
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IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.
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