Job Description

Homer Burgess

part of

RSK Group

, is a successfully family-run company founded in 1958 and based in Dumfries, Scotland, is a well-known and respected mechanical engineering business offering design, fabrication, installation, repair and maintenance service

We are now hiring for a

Mechanical Fitter (Factory Based)

to join the team in

Dumfries, Scotland.

Ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operation of plant equipment and systems through both reactive and proactive maintenance activities

Key Responsibilities:

Perform both reactive and planned maintenance tasks across site facilities, prioritising safety and regulatory compliance. Service and maintain a diverse range of mechanical plant equipment and process machinery. Diagnose and repair mechanical breakdowns on all plant and process equipment, minimising downtime and ensuring continuous operations. Collaborate effectively within a team environment, promoting safety, compliance, and best practices in mechanical maintenance. Proactively identify and report safety or operational issues to line management to maintain a safe working environment at all times. Occasionally support wider team activities during planned production changeovers or scheduled outages, which may occur outside normal working hours.

Person Specification:

Proven experience working with manufacturing process plant equipment Strong knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, process pipework, and air-handling equipment. Experienced individual who enjoys a structured working week standard 37.5 hours, with flexibility to work occasional overtime when required

Salary & Benefits:

Commensurate with experience - Hourly Rate Access to a range of employee discounts Working week hours - Monday to Friday 07:30 to 15:30 On-site parking Occasional Overtime to support reactive breakdowns and planned outages
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 14.50-18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Work Location: In person