Millwright (Maintenance Fitter)

Job description

Maintenance Fitter (Millwright)

We currently have a vacancy for a Maintenance Fitter (Millwright) at our site in Washington.

As a Maintenance Fitter (Millwright), you will be providing a comprehensive planned and reactive maintenance service to satisfy all business objectives & stakeholders. You will be responsible for breakdown coverage and planned preventable maintenance. The machinery at Washington is very diverse – from the hot forge, test equipment, CNC machines, chemical treatment and pneumatic and hydraulics Systems

Reporting into the Maintenance Supervisor, this role will provide you with the opportunity to work within a diverse manufacturing environment. A sound knowledge of mechanical engineering together with a good appreciation of electrical engineering will be required as you will be involved in general fault diagnostics and the implementation of continuous improvements and maintenance strategies across the site.

Your main responsibilities as a Maintenance Fitter (Millwright) will involve:

Carrying out fault diagnosis, & rectification of plant and equipment

Completing and recording planned preventative maintenance as per schedule

Providing general mechanical & engineering support to shift operations

Your skills and qualifications as a Maintenance Fitter (Millwright) :

Minimum of ONC Mechanical / Manufacturing Engineering

Must have completed an apprenticeship with qualifications

Knowledge of mechanical & electrical systems

Maintenance experience is essential

Conversant with pneumatic and hydraulic systems

General machining & welding skills

Ability to record and communicate technical information effectively utilising verbal, written and computer based means

Computer literacy (database, word processing, CMMS)

What we're looking for in you:

You will have excellent communication skills both written and verbal. You will be proactive with strong problem solving skills.

Salary: £28,638

Location: Washington

BAE Systems

BAE Systems is one of the world's leading global defence, security and aerospace companies. We work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries.

BAE Systems Land (UK)

Supporting the Armed Forces with the most advanced vehicle and munitions products in the world is one of the most exciting career moves you could make. Join us and be part of a team that gives our customers a strategic edge on the battlefield by designing, building and maintaining some of their most vital equipment - everything from battle tanks to engineer vehicles; artillery through to advanced missile systems.

We are looking for people with the passion, drive and determination to give the best they can every day, to make sure our troops get only the best. In return, we offer you a role you can be proud of, that lets you grow and develop in the UK's leading defence company.

BAE Systems is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at BAE Systems, including women, BAME and applicants with disabilities. Please note we will not use any personal information relating to your background at any stage of the application process.

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