Maintenance Plant Fitter; Mechanical

Mechanical Maintenance Plant Fitter

Location:

Tendley Quarry and Asphalt Plant, Cockermouth, Cumbria.

We are looking for a skilled Mechanical Fitter who enjoys troubleshooting problems, tackling breakdowns, and keeping heavy plant running at its best. This role involves maintaining critical plant equipment, improving reliability, and helping keep operations safe and efficient.

• Diagnose faults and carry out planned and reactive maintenance
• Respond to breakdowns and deliver effective repair solutions
• Complete welding, fabrication, and general mechanical fitting tasks
• Support plant improvement projects and reliability initiatives
• Work safely, following risk assessments and company procedures
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using the CMMS system

• Strong mechanical maintenance background within quarrying, manufacturing, heavy industry, mining, aggregates or a similar environment
• Experience working on conveyors, crushers, vibrating screens, gearboxes, motors, pumps or related plant equipment
• Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills
• Experience carrying out breakdown and preventative maintenance activities
• Good IT skills and confidence using maintenance systems
• A recognised Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship
• ONC/HNC qualifications (desirable but not essential)
• Strong commitment to health, safety and continuous improvement

• Bonus scheme
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
• Access to Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
• Access to join Employee Communities (including REACH, Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & Carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female Voice and Menopause)
• Training and development opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know. We invite candidates from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment.