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Night Shift Mechanical Fitter
Job Posted: 4 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Colwick, Nottinghamshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Night Shift Mechanical Fitter
Location: Colwick, Nottingham
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £19.44 per hour (Overtime Available)
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off, 12-hour night shifts (typically 6 PM - 6 AM)
Do you have experience in waste management, heavy industry or manufacturing? Whether you're an experienced Mechanical Fitter or ready to step up into a new challenge, we want to hear from you.
We're hiring Night Shift Mechanical Fitters to join a fast-growing industrial site, supporting the safe and efficient running of critical heavy machinery. With one engineer moving to days, we're expanding the night team to ensure smooth operations and strong shift handovers. Be part of a market leader in environmental and sustainability solutions - turning waste into opportunity across the UK and Ireland through cutting-edge recycling, clean energy and circular economy projects.
Responsibilities
Carry out planned preventive maintenance on equipment including shredders, magnets, conveyor belts, rollers, drive gearboxes, motors, baling machines, and hydraulic systems.
Diagnose and repair mechanical faults quickly to minimise downtime during night operations.
Support the installation, assembly, and commissioning of new equipment and modifications to existing machinery.
Maintain clear maintenance logs and communicate effectively with the day shift team for seamless handovers.
Work collaboratively with night and day teams, as well as production staff, to maintain operational continuity.Experience Required
Essential:
Proven experience in mechanical fitting or maintenance within a heavy industry setting - you know your way around tough machinery.
Confident reading mechanical drawings and getting hands-on with fault finding and repairs.
Comfortable working independently on night shifts, keeping equipment running smoothly when it matters most.Desirable:
Previous experience with hydraulic fittings, baling machines, and conveyor systems.
70/30 mechanical/electrical skillset beneficial.
Experience in waste or recycling sectors preferred.
IOSH, First Aid, or similar safety certifications.
Why Join Us?
Impactful Role in a Growing Team: This role offers the chance to make a tangible impact in a company that prioritises sustainability and safety.
Supportive Environment: Work in a company that values work-life balance and offers access to wellbeing resources.
Career Development: Benefit from ongoing professional growth and the chance to contribute to innovative safety practices.Company Benefits
Competitive salary and holiday allowance
Company pension scheme
Enhanced family-friendly policies
Employee Assistance Programme
Lifestyle & Leisure Discounts (gym, cinema, shopping, and more)
Employee life insurance
Bike2Work scheme
Free on-site parkingIf you're ready to make a difference and help shape a safer workplace, apply now with your CV, and we'll be in touch!
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