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Mechanical Fitter

2 months ago


Penryn, Cornwall, United Kingdom Colas Limited Full time

Colas Limited is a leading UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, operating in over 50 countries worldwide and employing over 55,000 people, including over 1,500 in the UK across multiple sites. We specialize in highways construction and have been involved in large-scale UK and international construction projects within the highways, airfields, and marine sectors, as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products.

Purpose of the Role

This role will be based at our Carnsew Quarry, Penryn, on a full-time permanent basis. The Quarry and Asphalt Plant General Fitter will complete maintenance for an asphalt plant and a crusher, adjusting or replacing mechanical parts, electrical circuits, greasing bearings, insulating, cleaning, etc. The role guarantees the proper functioning and performance of installations to allow the production of materials in terms of quality and quantity within the required deadlines and in compliance with safety regulations.

Main Responsibilities

The Quarry and Asphalt Plant General Fitter will carry out checks to identify any anomalies and plan the type of maintenance, short or long-term. The role also involves testing new equipment and verifying its operating status to anticipate breakdowns and control the installation, while diagnosing the origin of breakdowns, planning the maintenance program, participating in repairs as soon as possible, and updating the maintenance sheets.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate would have experience working in an industrial environment or facilities with a technical understanding of electrical or mechanical systems and the ability to replace broken or defective components in machinery or equipment.

Compensation Data

  • We offer a great total compensation package, including:
  • Our Colas Pension Scheme has combined contributions of up to 10%
  • Life Assurance Scheme which is x4 basic salary
  • 25 days annual leave per year + Public Holidays
  • Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme
  • Hybrid Working Scheme (dependent on the role)
  • Opportunities to study towards a fully funded Professional Qualification
  • Ongoing personal/professional development
  • Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants, and much more through our online employee benefits portal

We are committed to Caring for our colleagues, promoting equality and diversity, and maintaining a culture of fairness, transparency, and respect for all employees, clients, communities, suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders.

We harness a productive environment where talents are being fully utilized and organizational goals are met, Sharing our knowledge and expertise with colleagues to progress and expand on new ideas, promoting trust, responsibility, and solidarity.