Plant Fitter vacancy in Tilbury Docks (004ww)

Their core business is the recycling of scrap metal from a range of sources such as End-of-Life vehicles, consumer products, industry, construction and demolition with operations worldwide and produce over 100 grades of high quality recycled materials which are taken to market by their substantial road, rail and shipping network.

They are now looking to recruit a dynamic Plant Fitter to be responsible for the service and maintenance of light and heavy plant equipment within the depot at Tilbury Docks
Key Responsibilities:

• Assessing, fault finding, and problem solving to ensure minimum downtime of plant.
• Carrying out maintenance and servicing duties predominantly in outside conditions.
• Working on all aspects of plant during periods where breakdowns or maintenance does not occur.
• Actively participating in our strong safety culture.
• Ensuring the company Health & Safety and environmental policies are strictly adhered to.
• Monitoring all visiting suppliers – including PPE compliance.
• Assisting depot management as required.
• To maintain a clean/ safe working environment
• Comply with all Health & Safety policies and procedures relating to the welfare of others and self in the depot
• Participate in stock takes and part orders
Experience/Qualifications/Skills:
• Demonstrable experience in fitter role is essential.
• Electrical, welding and/or fabrication skills/qualifications are highly desirable.
• Experience working on/ carrying out maintenance on varied plant machinery- Heavy plant, Bulldozers, Shovels, Gantry cranes, Shovel loaders, heavy engineering equipment, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment
• Ability to operate safely and effectively in a large industrial environment.
• Adaptable to meet business priorities.
• Organised, safety conscious and motivated.
• Comfortable working outside.
• Ability to work at heights

Behaviours:
• Desire to get the best outcomes for everyone we support
• Can do, solution focused attitude and approach
• Ability to stay calm under pressure
• Disciplined and professional approach to work
• Hard working and motivated with enthusiasm
• Willingness to learn and use new skills
• Computer literate
• Live within commute distance of 45min of location (Tilbury Docks)
Special requirements:
Willingness to learn and use new skills
A professionally recognised qualification in Heavy Vehicle / Plant Maintenance and repair (NVQ Level 2 or 3 or equivalent)

Further Information:
Rotating shifts to cover 0600hrs to 2100hrs 7 days a week
Weekend and Bank Holiday working is required
Overtime paid at 1.5 and double time Sundays
23 days holiday + B/H
Shipping bonus (Details given on interview)
A few other perks (Annual bonus)