Job Ref: 213042715

Date: 2021-01-19 13:02:04

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Do you have a background in engineering? Are you interested in the mechanics of machinery? 
Due to continued growth, we are recruiting for a Mechanical Maintenance Fitter to join our hatchery based in Quainton, Buckinghamshire. 

We are a leading supplier of Poultry products into an impressive range of customers in the UK retail and food service sectors. With ambitious plans for the future, there hasn’t been a more exciting time to join us. 

Join us as a Mechanical Maintenance Fitter and you can be a part of the aspiring team that brings Avara Foods to life.

Purpose of the role
We are looking for a strong team player with a high regard for health, safety and poultry welfare to maintain on a daily basis, the hatcheries machinery and associated plant and ancillary equipment allied with the establishment process, such as setting and hatching machines & ventilation, and to carry out ongoing improvement projects.

Your key responsibilities will include:
• Conduct and record daily/weekly/monthly maintenance checks on the hatchery machinery and associated equipment as part of a PPM procedure
• Maintain and repair machinery and equipment where necessary 
• Ensure Health and Safety standards are adhered to at all times
• Monitor and keep stocks of mechanical/electrical spares
• Liaise with contractors maintaining a professional image of the Company at all times
• Assist the hatchery team in the hatching process as and when required
• Partake in machinery modification projects as agreed with Manager 

This is a hands on role and involves a number of manual processes including lifting equipment in the region of 25kgs. You will also be required to work independently in farm buildings

What we are looking for:
• Qualified in a relevant engineering trade
• Broad understanding mechanical processes
• A good understanding of mechanical assemblies
• A useful knowledge of facilities maintenance, including welding and fabrication, plumbing and pipe fitting
• A good team player with effective communication skills
• Committed and reliable with a flexible attitude
• Ability to use own initiative and work independently if required and prioritise workload

A little about us: 
Avara Foods is one of the UK’s largest food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to the nation’s most popular supermarkets and restaurants. We are a fully integrated business controlling the whole product supply chain, which include feed mills, farms, hatcheries and factories with associated transport and logistics functions that employ more than 6000 people.
The growth of our business is based on providing a high quality, affordable product and delivering great service levels to our customers. This is achieved by investing in people, utilising the latest technology and being uncompromising in our commitment to high quality and food standards.
If you’re ready to work in a dynamic environment alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, apply today!

Due to Bird Welfare, it is essential that you do not own any Avian Pets or Poultry. 

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer

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