Mechanical Maintenance Fitter (Plant)
Tarmac Cross Green Asphalt Plant – LeedsCompetitive salary – overtime opportunities
Ready to take ownership of complex plant maintenance in a fast-paced industrial site?
We’re looking for a hands‑on Mechanical Maintenance Fitter to join a high‑performing engineering team at a busy asphalt plant in Cross Green, Leeds. If you thrive on fault‑finding, keeping heavy plant running, and making a real impact on production performance, this is the role for you.
Hours:
48 hours week
Shift Pattern:
06:00 – 16:00 Monday to Friday plus overtime (some nights and weekend work)
This role is easily commutable from Leeds, Rothwell, Oulton, Garforth, Wetherby, Wakefield, Castleford, Pontefract, Bradford, Dewsbury, Halifax and surrounding areas.
What you’ll be doing
- Leading planned and reactive mechanical maintenance to minimise downtime
- Diagnosing faults across conveyors, motors, gearboxes, pumps, crushers & screening equipment
- Carrying out breakdown repairs quickly and safely to keep production on track
- Supporting continuous improvement and root cost analysis
- Undertaking welding and fabrication work to a strong standard
- Owning small projects and improving plant reliability
- Working with contractors and suppliers on site
- Using CMMS systems to record maintenance activity
- Championing Health & Safety and safe working practices at all times
What we’re looking for
- Experience within heavy industry, plant or manufacturing environments
- Strong skills in fault finding and mechanical repairs
- Confidence working on bearings, drives and rotating equipment
- Welding & fabrication capability
- Comfortable using maintenance systems and basic IT tools
- A proactive mindset with a strong focus on safety and performance
- Recognised Mechanical Apprenticeship (preferred)
- ONC/HNC (advantageous)
Why this role stands out
- Work on critical plant machinery where your skills directly impact production
- Join a close‑knitted engineering team with real autonomy
- Gain exposure to a wide range of heavy industrial equipment
- Opportunities for overtime and ongoing development
Benefits
- Bonus scheme
- Enhanced holiday entitlement
- Contributory pension scheme
- Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
- Access to the Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
- Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
- Training and development opportunities
About the company
At Tarmac, who you are matters. We’re part of a global construction materials business delivering infrastructure that helps build the world around us. We pride ourselves on creating a safe, collaborative and inclusive workplace, where people can grow, contribute and take pride in what they do.
We are committed to building diverse teams and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
We are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, & are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.
Tarmac is committed to being a Forces friendly employer. If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.
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