Mechanical Fitter

Our client is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to join their team on a full-time basis in Londonderry.  As a Mechanical Fitter you will be responsible for carrying out maintenance of plant and machinery to ensure delivery of safe and efficient Port operations. ​

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Experience carrying out maintenance and repairs on plant or port equipment.
• Ability to prioritise planned maintenance activities.
• Experience with Hydraulics and Pneumatics.
• Flexibility for out of hours/weekend cover.
• Good time management skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety with an industrial environment.
• Must be able to able to work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Good knowledge of MS packages including Excel and Word and use of CMMS and training platforms.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Maintain plant and specialist port equipment to the highest operational standards.
• Identify hazards associated with plant and equipment and take appropriate corrective action
• Carry out duties and responsibilities in compliance with the Port’s Safe Systems of Work to prevent harm to all personnel and damage to equipment, investigating any query or issue raised in relation to safety.
• Responsible for maintaining all equipment certifications in line with regulatory standards / relevant codes / statutory requirements and ensuring documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Complete and retain necessary documents ensuring records are maintained and updated.
• Log and resolve fault records with company Asset HQ asset management software system to ensure comprehensive maintenance tracking and defect resolution.
• Prioritise, schedule and conduct planned maintenance tasks on all services, systems, cranes and equipment within the Port, coordinating with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and service contractors where required.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to workshop apprentices, providing on-the-job training, technical guidance and safety instruction.
• Manage and maintain tools, materials and company vehicles as required to support maintenance activities, including the procurement of parts and equipment to complete repairs
• Carry out work involving hydraulics and pneumatics and as required.
• Provide assistance to other members of the engineering team which will involve working with electrical systems.
• Provide out of hours and weekend engineering cover as a member of the engineering team as directed.
• Procure appropriate spare parts or arrange specialist parts repair in order to complete services and repairs.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE ON OFFER   

Competitive Salary  

Benefits such as:  

33 days paid holiday including bank and public increasing to 38 with service. Generous contributory pension scheme. Enhanced family friendly benefits. Employee Well Being Initiatives including:

Westfield Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Benefits Platform - access to retail discounts.

Cycle to Work Scheme.

Subsidised Gym Membership

Annual Flu Clinic.

Health Surveillance.

Mental Health & Well-being Champions.