Shift Fabricator / Mechanical Engineer

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Shift Maintenance Engineer / Fabricator to support the performance and reliability of our operations in Edmonton.

This is a hands-on role combining mechanical maintenance, fault finding, fabrication and repair work to keep plant and equipment operating safely and efficiently.

Core Responsibilities:

• Deliver high levels of plant availability through effective maintenance, fabrication and rapid breakdown response.
• Diagnose mechanical faults quickly and carry out efficient repairs to minimise operational downtime.
• Support and deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules across site equipment and machinery.
• Carry out fabrication, welding, cutting and modification work to repair, maintain or improve plant, machinery and associated equipment.
• Manufacture, repair and modify metal components, brackets, guards, supports and other plant parts as required.
• Identify recurring faults and help develop long-term engineering solutions, fabrication improvements and process enhancements.
• Carry out mechanical maintenance, fitting, fabrication and repair work on plant and equipment in line with operational priorities.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, sketches and technical specifications to support maintenance and fabrication activities.
• Liaise with external contractors and suppliers regarding specialist maintenance, fabrication and repair activities.
• Maintain high standards of health & safety, compliance and housekeeping at all times, particularly when undertaking welding, hot works and other fabrication activities.
• Ensure engineering and fabrication activities comply with company procedures and current legislation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve reliability, operational efficiency and plant performance.

Essential Requirements:

• Engineering or fabrication qualification, such as Level 3 City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical maintenance and/or fabrication experience within an industrial environment.
• Experience carrying out fault finding, repairs and preventative maintenance on production or processing equipment, and/or fabrication and welding repairs.
• Practical experience in fabrication, metalwork, welding and the repair or modification of metal components would be advantageous.
• Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced operational environment.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to work independently and as part of a wider engineering team.

Desirable Qualifications:

• HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering.
• IOSH Managing Safely qualification.
• Additional welding, fabrication or coded welding qualifications.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary + London Weighting Allowance
• Ongoing career development, training and coaching
• Generous pension scheme
• Medical and dental scheme
• Retail and leisure discounts
• Holiday and travel discounts
• Bike to work scheme