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Maintenance Fitter
Job Posted: 3 hours ago
Salary: £ 37,500 - 37,500 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Maintenance Fitter (Nights) – £37,500 + Overtime
We’re recruiting a Maintenance Fitter to join the night shift at a busy waste management facility in Leeds. This is a permanent role, offering £18 per hour (£37,500 annually) with opportunities for overtime. Working hours are 18:00–06:00, across scheduled shifts (not continuous 12-hour patterns).
This role is ideal for someone with hands-on maintenance experience who takes pride in keeping essential machinery running safely and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
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Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on plant equipment including conveyors, shredders, and excavators
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Diagnose faults quickly and carry out effective repairs or part replacements
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Implement preventative maintenance routines to minimise downtime and extend equipment life
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Work to strict health & safety standards, ensuring compliance with site procedures and environmental requirements
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Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, and spare parts usage
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Support colleagues across the engineering and operations teams to resolve breakdowns and improve overall site performance
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Promote good housekeeping and a safe, tidy workshop environment
What We’re Looking For
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Background in mechanical or plant maintenance, ideally in waste management, recycling, or heavy industry
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Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities
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Understanding of heavy plant equipment and associated systems
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A proactive, safety-conscious attitude and good communication skills
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Relevant mechanical/engineering qualifications are preferred but not essential if you bring the right experience
Why Apply?
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Permanent, secure role in a vital industry
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£18/hour with overtime available
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Consistent night shifts (18:00–06:00)
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Chance to work with varied machinery in a fast-paced environment
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Be part of a team helping to keep essential waste operations running smoothly
This role offers stability, overtime potential, and the opportunity to develop your skills while supporting a key service that keeps communities movingBefore You Apply
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