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Mechanical Maintenance Fitter

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Posted on May 21, 2026 by CV-Library
Mount Vernon, City of Glasgow, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
£40,195 + £3,000 Market Supplement + £1,500 Weekend Allowance

Rising to £42,440 after successful probation

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Maintenance Fitter to join our team in Glasgow. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic continuous process environment where safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement are highly valued.

The Role

As a Maintenance Fitter, you will be responsible for carrying out high-quality mechanical maintenance activities across plant equipment and machinery, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and compliance with all safety procedures.

You will work as part of a rota system to support operational requirements, including one weekend in five and occasional out-of-hours support when required.

Key Responsibilities

* Maintain safe working conditions and adhere to all maintenance safety standards

* Ensure strict compliance with Permit to Work systems and all associated safety procedures including:

* Hot Work

* Confined Space Entry

* Working at Height

* Lifting, Slinging & Rigging

* Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on mechanical equipment to a high standard

* Perform precision equipment setup and alignments to design specifications

* Read and interpret mechanical drawings and P&IDs

* Supervise subcontractors when required

* Report work progress, inspections, and defects to management

* Maintain tools and equipment in good working order

* Support food safety standards and report any related issues

* Participate in training and development activities

* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the site

About You

To be successful in this role, you should have:

* HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)

* A recognised mechanical apprenticeship

* 3–4+ years’ post-apprenticeship experience as a Mechanical Technician/Fitter

* Experience within a continuous process industry environment

* Strong mechanical fitting and maintenance experience

* Knowledge of hydraulic systems

* Ability to read mechanical drawings and process P&IDs

* Experience with mobile plant maintenance

* Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills

* Welding and fabrication experience (highly desirable)

* Slinging & lifting experience

* A proactive attitude toward Health & Safety

* Ability to work independently and within a small team

* Flexibility and willingness to support operational requirements

What We Offer

Competitive salary package

£3,000 market supplement

£1,500 weekend allowance

Salary increase after successful probation

Health insurance and healthcare package

29 days annual leave plus 4 statutory holidays

Supportive and down-to-earth working environment

Flat organisational structure where initiative is valued

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Strong focus on employee growth and continuous learning

If you are a skilled Mechanical Maintenance professional looking for your next opportunity in a supportive and safety-focused environment, we would love to hear from you

Reference: 225142624

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Mechanical Maintenance Fitter

CV-Library

Posted on May 21, 2026 by CV-Library

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Mount Vernon, City of Glasgow, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
£40,195 + £3,000 Market Supplement + £1,500 Weekend Allowance

Rising to £42,440 after successful probation

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Maintenance Fitter to join our team in Glasgow. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic continuous process environment where safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement are highly valued.

The Role

As a Maintenance Fitter, you will be responsible for carrying out high-quality mechanical maintenance activities across plant equipment and machinery, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and compliance with all safety procedures.

You will work as part of a rota system to support operational requirements, including one weekend in five and occasional out-of-hours support when required.

Key Responsibilities

* Maintain safe working conditions and adhere to all maintenance safety standards

* Ensure strict compliance with Permit to Work systems and all associated safety procedures including:

* Hot Work

* Confined Space Entry

* Working at Height

* Lifting, Slinging & Rigging

* Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on mechanical equipment to a high standard

* Perform precision equipment setup and alignments to design specifications

* Read and interpret mechanical drawings and P&IDs

* Supervise subcontractors when required

* Report work progress, inspections, and defects to management

* Maintain tools and equipment in good working order

* Support food safety standards and report any related issues

* Participate in training and development activities

* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the site

About You

To be successful in this role, you should have:

* HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)

* A recognised mechanical apprenticeship

* 3–4+ years’ post-apprenticeship experience as a Mechanical Technician/Fitter

* Experience within a continuous process industry environment

* Strong mechanical fitting and maintenance experience

* Knowledge of hydraulic systems

* Ability to read mechanical drawings and process P&IDs

* Experience with mobile plant maintenance

* Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills

* Welding and fabrication experience (highly desirable)

* Slinging & lifting experience

* A proactive attitude toward Health & Safety

* Ability to work independently and within a small team

* Flexibility and willingness to support operational requirements

What We Offer

Competitive salary package

£3,000 market supplement

£1,500 weekend allowance

Salary increase after successful probation

Health insurance and healthcare package

29 days annual leave plus 4 statutory holidays

Supportive and down-to-earth working environment

Flat organisational structure where initiative is valued

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Strong focus on employee growth and continuous learning

If you are a skilled Mechanical Maintenance professional looking for your next opportunity in a supportive and safety-focused environment, we would love to hear from you
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Reference: 225142624

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