Maintenance Fitter

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February 13, 2026 (26 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 3,500 people and operating around 280 manufacturing sites in the UK.
We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development. We aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.
** Purpose of the role
** As Mechanical Fitter you will provide the necessary skills to ensure that the mechanical maintenance for all operational activities and equipment on site is carried out. You will ensure that all planned and preventative maintenance is carried out in accordance with the maintenance plans, you will be responsible for completing daily inspections including identification, reporting and rectification of faults to reduce breakdowns and improve plant reliability.
** Areas of responsibilities and functions
*** Working to Heidelberg Materials Sustainability Policy.
* Effective communications with Heidelberg Materials personnel, sub-contractors, and suppliers.
* To assist electrical and production departments as and when required.
* Health and Safety of self and others.
* You will be required to provide out of hours breakdown cover on a callout rota arranged with management team
* Safe and effective use of resources.
* Recording of all Accidents, Near hits & incidents.
* Ensure that all maintenance activities are carried out in accordance with the schedules and procedures.
* Ensure that all maintenance carried out is accurately recorded for reference purposes.
* Ensure that workshops, equipment and facilities are adequate and maintained.
* Ensure that risk assessments and method statements for planned work are in place.
* Ensure safe and efficient control and operation of any machinery trained and competent to use.
* Assist with the development and improvement of existing plant and equipment.
* Assist with the co-ordination of planned shutdowns ensuring that all maintenance activities are carried out.
* To ensure that isolations and isolation procedures are accurately carried out
* Supervision of sub contractors as required
* Working for other Heidelberg Materials sites as required.
* To ensure that work areas are in a clean and safe condition at all times
* Correct storage and distribution of oils & lubricants and gases
* Identify unacceptable spillages within the plants and take the necessary remedial action.
* Any other duties which the position demands
* By the management, including overtime working to cover holidays and sickness of other employees
** Authorities
* ** Shutting down the process when there is a risk to people, the environment, and the plant
** Education/Qualification
*** To have served a recognised apprenticeship in Mechanical or welding and fabrication disciplines.
* Preventative maintenance techniques and practices.
* Thorough Understanding of Health and Safety, Environmental and Quality requirements.
* Systematic approach to problem solving and solution finding.
* Full understanding of electrical isolation and permitting procedures.
* Possess fault finding skills.
* Basic planning skills.
** What’s on

Offer:

**** Salary: £45,272 plus overtime
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* Location:

Port Talbot
**** 40 hours**•    
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** Compensation Package**:
Bonus incentives / Generous Pension Schemes / Life Assurance   •    
** Work Life Balance**: 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) / Agile working / Flexible working / Holiday purchase / Sabbatical  •    
** Family Friendly**:
Enhanced policies such as Maternity / Paternity / Parental Leave / Neonatal / Adoption/IVF/Menopause  •    
** Social Value**: paid Volunteering Day every year / Communities (LGBTQ+, Network of Women, Women in…