Lead Mechanical Fitter – Plant Maintenance & Upgrades

EGGER Retail Products GmbH; Leeds; On-site; GBP 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wood recycling firm located in Leeds is seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter to manage plant maintenance and equipment reliability. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering and a strong background in health and safety. Responsibilities include leading maintenance tasks, coordinating contractors, and supporting new machinery installations. Competitive salary of £45,500 plus benefits including a pension scheme, annual bonuses, and opportunities for career development are offered in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Christmas bonus

Private Health Cash Plan

34.5 days holiday allowance

Free parking

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in welding operations.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of health and safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled and reactive maintenance of plant and equipment.
• Act as first point of contact for on-site repairs and external service providers.
• Liaise with contractors, engineers, and cleaners.

Skills

Welding operations

IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Forklift Truck Licence

Job description

A leading wood recycling firm located in Leeds is seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter to manage plant maintenance and equipment reliability. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering and a strong background in health and safety. Responsibilities include leading maintenance tasks, coordinating contractors, and supporting new machinery installations. Competitive salary of £45,500 plus benefits including a pension scheme, annual bonuses, and opportunities for career development are offered in a supportive team environment.