Maintenance Fitter - Swadlincote, United Kingdom - Forterra

Forterra
Forterra
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Swadlincote, United Kingdom

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We are a leading manufacturer of a diverse and trusted range of concrete and clay building products used extensively within the construction sector, with instantly recognizable brands such as Thermalite blocks, London Brick, Ecostock, Cradley, Formpave and Jetfloor, Bison Precast.


Our product range comprises of clay bricks, Thermalite blocks, aggregate blocks, Red Bank chimney, roofing and flue systems, precast concrete and flooring products and Formpave permeable paving.

Forterra represents exactly what we do and have always done.

Our purpose is to manufacture products that are the essential to the nation's construction sector, helping our customers build with ease and confidence.

Moreover, we continue to lead our industry in terms of standards and safety.

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Redbank team in the position of Maintenance Fitter.


The role holder will play an active part in the maintenance of manufacturing process plant and equipment, to ensure all electrical and mechanical equipment is serviceable and safely maintained in accordance with legislative and company requirements.


You will safely maintain minimum downtime in order to provide availability of equipment for the production teams and to work with the teams to diagnose faults and to optimise efficiency.

The role requires 100% proactive commitment to zero harm working.


Your duties would include but not limited to the following;
Electrician Duties

  • The electrical distribution system is constructed, protected and maintained such as to prevent danger.
  • All electrical equipment is properly marked as to its function.
  • That all electrical work is carried out in accordance with the requirements of the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and you fully understand the regulations and your personal duties and responsibilities.
Fitter Duties

  • As part of the team, you are responsible for the safe installation, maintenance and repair of plant and equipment.
  • No guard or safety device is removed, defeated or otherwise rendered inoperative as any part of any maintenance procedure or diagnostic check unless the plant or equipment is effectively isolated from all power sources or until an equally safe system of work has been adopted.
  • Any maintenance request affecting the health and safety of the workforce is promptly and efficiently attended to.
Machinist Duties

  • Develop and maintain equipment for production processes, i.e milling, grinding, etc.
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