Maintenance Plant Fitter (Mechanical)

Job Introduction

Mechanical Maintenance Plant Fitter

Tendley Quarry and Asphalt Plant, Cockermouth, Cumbria

Are you a skilled Mechanical Fitter who enjoys solving problems, tackling breakdowns and keeping heavy plant running at its best?

We're looking for a hands-on Mechanical Maintenance Plant Fitter to join our engineering team at Tarmac Tendley Quarry and Asphalt Plant. If you have experience working on conveyors, crushers, screens, pumps, gearboxes or similar industrial equipment and take pride in delivering high-quality maintenance then this could be the role for you!

This is an opportunity to work in a varied, fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. You'll play a vital role in maintaining critical plant equipment, improving reliability and helping to keep operations running safely and efficiently.

What You'll Be Doing

As part of the site's engineering team, you will:

• Diagnose faults and carry out planned and reactive maintenance
• Respond to breakdowns and deliver effective repair solutions
• Complete welding, fabrication and general mechanical fitting tasks
• Support plant improvement projects and reliability initiatives
• Work safely, following risk assessments and company procedures
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using the CMMS system

What We're Looking For

You'll be a proactive and practical engineer who can work independently and as part of a team.

We'd like to hear from candidates who have:

• A strong mechanical maintenance background within quarrying, manufacturing, heavy industry, mining, aggregates or a similar environment
• Experience working on conveyors, crushers, vibrating screens, gearboxes, motors, pumps or related plant equipment
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Experience carrying out breakdown and preventative maintenance activities
• Good IT skills and confidence using maintenance systems
• A recognised Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship
• ONC/HNC qualifications (desirable but not essential)
• A strong commitment to health, safety and continuous improvement

The role is easily commutable from Workington, Keswick, Whitehaven, Troutbeck, Grasmere, Penrith, Carlisle and surrounding areas.

Why Tarmac

At Tarmac, who you are matters just as much as what you do. We're proud of our people, our values and our commitment to building a better future. You'll join a supportive team where your contribution is valued, your development is encouraged and your ideas can make a real difference.

If you’re looking for a role where you can apply your engineering expertise, develop your skills and have a genuine impact on site performance, we’d love to hear from you.

Bring your expertise. Build your career. Make an impact with Tarmac.

We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.

Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:

• Bonus scheme
• Enhanced holiday entitlement 
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
• Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
• Training and development opportunities

Tarmac is committed to being a Forces‑friendly employer. If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.

We’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.

Ready to build your future?

Click ‘Apply’ to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don’t wait too long!

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Tarmac Trading Limited

Tarmac Trading Limited