Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK. We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development. We aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation. Maintenance Fitter Are you a skilled Maintenance Fitter with a passion for keeping machinery running smoothly? Join our team and be part of a high-performing operation where your technical expertise makes a real impact. What You’ll Do: Carry out maintenance and repairs in line with operational plans Enhance the reliability of plant equipment while reducing costs Perform lifting, rigging & slinging operations – including crane and hoist operation (if trained) Maintain pumping, compressed air, and pneumatic systems Troubleshoot and repair bulk storage and material handling systems (silos, vessels, hoppers), transport systems pneumatic and mechanical. Mechanical Maintenance & Repairs: Perform mechanical repairs and maintenance on machinery, equipment, and infrastructure. Diagnose faults, analyse failures, and carry out corrective actions to restore functionality. Conduct inspections, adjustments, and calibrations according to company standards. Documentation, Instructions, Plans and Drawings To be able to work from written instruction, understand system drawings and plans. Hydraulic/Pneumatics Working knowledge of pneumatic systems, with the ability read and understand system drawing and to identify faults and facilitate rectification work where required. Welding / Fabrication Where applicable and a core duty have the relevant skills, experience and knowledge to carry out welding and fabrication processes, using bending, folding, rolling and cutting machines and all welding processes available i.e. mixed gases, manual arc, MIG and TIG, Arc-air, systems. Fitting Have a good skill level and ability in general bench fitting including fitting of keys, shaft pulleys, gears, couplings, pneumatic drives, motors, control valves. Education/Qualification Don’t worry if you don’t tick every box—if you bring some of the qualifications below and a proactive hands-on attitude, we’d still love to hear from you Time served Electrician with City & Guilds Electrical qualifications, and or relevant NVQ. BTEC/NVQ Level 3 Mechanical Engineering City & Guilds -2360 Electrical installation-pt1&2 City & Guilds -2381 17th Edition IEE Regulations for Electrical installations BS 4872 MMA/MIG Welding Training What's on offer Salary £40,000 Location Camden British rail freight depot Hours 42 Employer of choice: Armed Forces Covenant (Silver) / Disability Confident Committed / 5% Club (Platinum) / Mates in Mind / Clear Assured (Foundation) / The Mineral Products and Qualification Council (MPQC) / STEM Ambassador • Compensation Package: Bonus incentives / Generous Pension Schemes / Life Assurance • Work Life Balance: 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) / Agile working / Flexible working / Holiday purchase / Sabbatical • Family Friendly: Enhanced policies such as Maternity / Paternity / Parental Leave / Neonatal / Adoption/IVF/Menopause • Social Value: paid Volunteering Day every year / Communities (LGBTQ+, Network of Woman, Woman in Science and Engineering (STEM), Armed Forces) At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK) we strive to create an inclusive and respectful workplace where every individual can bring their unique skills and background to contribute to the success of our business. At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK), we understand that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development, and we aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency, and individual achievement. As part of our commitment to promoting diversity, we are actively working to encourage more individuals to consider careers within the construction industry. We believe in building a workplace that is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and diversity. If you're interested in joining our team, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience or skill set doesn't perfectly align with the job description. Creating a candidate home page is optional, when asked, but you can use this to quickly see the progress of your application(s). You may still be the right fit for this or other roles within our company. Heidelberg Materials is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process. For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site click here to download a free compatible screen reader (free step by step tutorial can be found here). Please contact Recruitment@uk.heidelbergmaterials.com for additional information or to request accommodations. We understand that women may face unique challenges in their careers, and we are committed to providing a supportive environment to help you thrive. Our family-friendly policies, such as enhanced maternity and parental leave, neonatal care, and adoption support, will provide you with the flexibility and support you need to balance your personal and professional commitments. We also offer a range of benefits, such as access to our Employee Assistance Program, trained mental health first aiders, discounted private medical benefits and much more, to ensure your wellbeing is prioritized.