Fitter

Panda Utilities Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company in the UK seeks skilled individuals for mechanical assembly and installation roles. Candidates will be responsible for adhering to safety protocols while assembling machinery, conducting maintenance, and ensuring quality standards. Join a team focused on innovation and environmental excellence.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience in mechanical assembly and installation.
• Proficiency in welding, cutting, and fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical components using tools as per engineering instructions.
• Conduct routine maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Inspect and identify defects in machinery.

Job description

About the Role

At Panda, Ireland's largest Waste Management business, we invite you to join our Team and experience a career that champions environmental excellence while harmonising tradition and innovation. Be part of a team that values strong connections and supports one another.

At Panda, we are committed to leading the way in waste management and recycling solutions. Embrace our innovative spirit as we work together to preserve our environment and create a greener future for generations to come.

Who Are We?

Beauparc is a resource recovery business that has grown and diversified over the past three decades. We believe that great leadership is rooted in strong values and are committed to shaping a better future for our friends, families, and communities while balancing customer satisfaction with environmentally sustainable practices.

Over the past 30 years, Beauparc has continued to grow and acquire businesses that share a similar vision and set of values. We’re now a group of almost 3000 people, all contributing to that growth and success.

Whilst Beauparc is the parent company to numerous brands, we all share an ambitious vision for the future. Our primary goal is to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our people and connected partners is front and centre. As a team, we’re safer together. We deliver our customers with a partnership approach to managing their resources responsibly and constantly push the boundaries of innovation.

Our journey is dependent upon talented, passionate, and dedicated people that constantly strive and challenge each other for better outcomes.

Take the first step today and join us on the journey…

Beauparc aims to attract and retain a skilled and diverse workforce that best represents the talent available in the communities in which our assets are located and our employees reside. (DE&I Policy Statement)

Key Accountabilities

• Understand and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine assembly and installation requirements.
• Assemble mechanical components and parts using hand and power tools, following engineering instructions and drawings.
• Install and align machinery and equipment, ensuring they function correctly and safely.
• Conduct routine maintenance and repairs to ensure optimal performance and longevity of machines and equipment.
• Perform welding, cutting, and fabrication activities to create or repair metal structures and components.
• Use measuring instruments (e.g., calipers, micrometers) to ensure accuracy in component dimensions and alignment during assembly.
• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
• Identify and rectify defects or malfunctions in machinery or equipment.
• Adhere to safety procedures and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
• Ensure that safety precautions are taken during all fitting activities, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Handle and store materials and components safely and efficiently, maintaining inventory and tracking usage.
• Collaborate with engineers, supervisors, and other team members to discuss progress, challenges, and potential improvements in the fitting process.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with machinery or equipment, proposing and implementing effective solutions.
• Maintain accurate records of work completed, including details of assemblies, repairs, and maintenance activities.
• Stay updated with new technologies, tools, and techniques related to fitting, and participate in training programs to enhance skills and knowledge.