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Maintenance Fitter Jobs in Leicester

Maintenance Fitter

A Maintenance Fitter plays an invaluable role in maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment to ensure optimal function. As a Maintenance Fitter, they would undertake tasks such as inspecting machinery, identifying and rectifying faults, and performing preventative maintenance.

Skills required to work as a Maintenance Fitter include strong technical knowledge, the ability to read and interpret engineering diagrams, and a good understanding of health and safety regulations. Typically, a formal apprenticeship or vocational qualification in mechanical engineering is required.

When hiring a Maintenance Fitter, companies often value candidates with proven experience in a similar role within the engineering sector. Demonstrated maintenance ability, troubleshooting skills, and a record of minimising machine downtime are particularly desirable for a Maintenance Fitter role.

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Leicester

Leicester is a city in the East Midlands of England, and the county town of Leicestershire. It is situated on the River Soar and at the edge of the National Forest. The city has a population of over 300,000. Leicester has a thriving music scene, great restaurants and shops as well as plenty of green space for people to enjoy.

The Leicester Engineering Sector has a long history dating back to the industrial revolution and has forged a reputation for being at the forefront of manufacturing, innovation and design.

Leicester has various modes of public transport available. It is served by a large number of bus routes, as well as two train stations.

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