Maintenance Fitter

Job Title: Maintenance Fitter Location: Kent (ME postcode area) Salary: 42,000 basic + Overtime (1.5x) Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (Days and Nights) Start Date: ASAPThe CompanyOur client is a leading UK-based industrial business operating a state-of-the-art facility in Kent. The site specialises in high-volume processing operations and runs advanced mechanical and AI-driven plant equipment. The company is committed to sustainability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.The RoleAn opportunity has arisen for an experienced Maintenance Fitter to join a busy engineering team within a fast-paced production environment.You will be responsible for maintaining, servicing and optimising a range of heavy industrial machinery to ensure minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.Key ResponsibilitiesServicing and maintaining granulators (changing/setting knives, wear bars, screens, hydraulics, cleaning and greasing).Maintenance on ring crushers and other plant equipment.Supporting AI machinery including camera systems, extraction systems, detection equipment, AI sorters and pneumatic ejections.Completing Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM).Diagnosing and resolving breakdowns efficiently.Prioritising workloads at the start of each shift.Working closely with Shift Managers and production teams to optimise performance.Maintaining accurate spare parts stock levels and reporting shortages.Liaising with fabrication teams as required.Providing cover for Lead Fitters when required ..... full job details .....