Maintenance Lead Fitter

Job Description

Sittingbourne 4 on 4 off Shift Pattern | Days & Nights | Overtime Available

We are looking for an experienced Lead Maintenance Fitter to join a fast-paced industrial processing environment, supporting the smooth running of site operations and helping to minimise downtime across the plant.

This is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for planned preventative maintenance, reactive breakdown repairs and continuous improvement of machinery and equipment. Working closely with production teams, you will play a key part in ensuring the site operates safely, efficiently and with maximum productivity.

• Carrying out servicing, maintenance and repairs on plant machinery
• Completing planned preventative maintenance and responding to breakdowns
• Fault finding on mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems
• Monitoring equipment performance and identifying improvements to reduce downtime
• Maintaining stock levels of spare parts and reporting shortages
• Completing maintenance reports and shift handovers
• Ensuring all work is carried out safely and in line with site procedures
• Supporting housekeeping standards within the workshop and operational areas
• Liaising with production, management and fabrication teams when required

• Previous experience within a Lead Fitter or Maintenance role
• Background within manufacturing, processing or heavy industry environments
• Knowledge of hydraulics, electrical systems and PLCs
• MIG welding experience advantageous
• Ability to work proactively and prioritise workload effectively
• Good communication and computer skills
• Strong understanding of health & safety procedures
• Forklift licence beneficial, although training can be provided

• 4 on 4 off rotating shift pattern
• 2 day shifts followed by 2 night shifts
• Shift times: 5:00am - 5:00pm / 5:00pm - 5:00am
• 14-day rest break built into the rota across the 8-week cycle
• Overtime opportunities available

• Annual bonus scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Death in service benefit
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Monthly welfare allowance after probation
• Employee recognition schemes and incentives
• Company events throughout the year

This is a great opportunity to join a stable and growing operation offering long-term career prospects, excellent benefits and additional earning potential through overtime.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of , , reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, or maternity, , or belief, , or . New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.