Mechanical Supervisor / Fitter

My client a leading mining engineering client in the West Coast of Scotland are seeking a mining experienced mechanical fitter for a perm role at their site. The Mechanical Fitter will also undertake a supervisory role within the Maintenance / Mechanical team.

Core working hours are Mon - Friday 07.00 - 3.30pm with overtime available.

Role can be on an initial temporary basis with a view to permanent employment or a permanent role.

Accommodation can be provided locally for the first 3 months by the company and then at a reduced rate thereafter.

Duties involve:

• Vehicle and Plant Maintenance
  Carry out routine servicing, inspections and preventive maintenance on vehicles, mobile plant and equipment according to manufacturer specifications and company schedules where applicable.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic faults using appropriate tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Perform repairs, adjustments and component replacements to ensure equipment is safe, reliable.
• Be able to demonstrate experience on mobile plant and fixed plant and also have fabrication / welding / steelwork abilities.
• Breakdown and Fault Response
  Respond to equipment breakdowns promptly; assess faults and perform repairs to minimise downtime.
  Support field breakdowns and recovery when required.
• Workshop Operations
  Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop area.
  Ensure correct use, storage and maintenance of tools, lifting equipment and workshop machinery.
  Follow maintenance supervisor/ management and or workshop manager indication for job allocation, work orders, spare parts requests and reporting.
• Safety and Compliance
  Work in full compliance with Health & Safety, PUWER, LOLER and other relevant regulations.
  Complete pre-use checks, risk assessments and permit-to-work requirements as needed.
  Report any defects, hazards or near misses using company reporting systems.
• Record Keeping
  Accurately record maintenance activities, repairs, parts used and time spent in maintenance management systems.
  Update equipment service logs and inspection sheets to ensure full traceability.
• Parts and Inventory
  Identify required spare parts and raise requests through the correct purchasing procedures.
  Assist with stock control, storage and inventory checks for spare parts and consumables.
• Continuous Improvement
  Recommend improvements to maintenance routines, reliability, safety and workshop processes.
  Stay updated with new tools, repair techniques and equipment technologies.
• Teamwork and Communication
  Work collaboratively with supervisors, operators, other mechanics and the H&S team.
  Communicate clearly about equipment status, urgent issues and required downtime.
  Provide guidance to apprentices or less experienced technicians when needed.

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