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Mechanical Fitter South Wales

Job in Cwmbran, Torfaen, NP44, Wales, UK
Listing for: Knauf Insulation UK
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-11-05
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Manufacturing Engineer
  • Engineering
    Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 40000 - 60000 GBP Yearly GBP 40000.00 60000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Overview

Job Title:

Mechanical Craftsman - Days

Days:
Monday to Friday 08:00 to 16:00

Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting role within Knauf Insulation in the Engineering Team could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.

We are a global manufacturer of construction materials and within our Group, our 41,500 team members in 90 countries across 300 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment

Knauf Insulation is proud to be part of the Knauf Group. To learn more about the business, you can say

Can you say ‘yes’?

  • Do you treat your colleagues with respect?
  • Do you act with safety as a priority?
  • Do you enjoy sharing your knowledge and experience with others?
  • Do you enjoy working in a busy Engineering environment?

As a Mechanical Craftsman, you will maximise the operating efficiency of the plant whilst maintaining plant assets.

What you’ll be doing
  • Be responsible for all Mechanical Maintenance activities in providing a continuous 24 hour maintenance service for all process and ancillary support equipment and services, in order to maximize area Plant availability and Production capability.
  • Co-ordinate the maintenance activities within a specified area of the plant
  • Work in close liaison with managers
  • Train, guide and develop the team, with a specific eye on apprentice development
  • Allocate parts and prioritise work to maximize effectiveness of engineering resources
  • Assists Engineering Manager in the control of outside contractors introduced into the area (e.g. drop shifts, development projects, major repair projects), to meet specific work requirements
  • Responsible for regular testing and maintenance of all Mechanical services and associated standby equipment providing Process and Plant Protection
  • Improve the net operating efficiency of the designated area of the plant
  • Proactive approach to spare part asset management
  • Enforce safe working practices to ensure that all activities are carried out in a safe manner. Provide and maintain a safe working environment
  • Responsible for the implementation and development of mechanical maintenance routines for the designated areas
  • Ensure that spare parts are correctly stocked and appropriate
  • Generate and implement (where applicable) innovations in the area
  • Engage in plant C.I Activities
What we’d love for you to have

We are interested in you as a person, your attitude, behaviours, and values. If you have the willingness to learn anything you need for the role that you don't already have, we'd love to speak to you.

  • Experience of mechanical maintenance in a heavy, continuous manufacturing process
  • Time served apprentice or ONC / HNC qualifications
  • Multi-skill trained with knowledge of Pneumatics, Hydraulic and Sub-Assembly builds
  • Willingness to develop, guide and mentor those around you including apprentices
  • Proven effective management and communication skills
  • Preferably knowledge of SAP PM
What we’ll provide
  • 16 weeks Company Sick Pay after 3 months of service
  • Group Income Protection
  • Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption packages
  • Life Assurance – 4 x annual salary
  • Defined Contribution Pension Scheme
  • Staff Bonus Scheme
  • Career Progression Routes
  • Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured
  • Westfield Health Cash Plan
  • Perkbox
  • Access to Costco Membership
  • Wickes Employee Purchase Scheme
  • On site Gyms
  • Wellbeing Initiatives and Mental Health First Aiders
  • Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • On site Car Charging Points
What happens next?

We appreciate that your time is precious and applying for a new job can be a lengthy process, so we will reply to your application ASAP.

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