Job Description

Mechanical Fitters

The successful candidate will be required to:

• Dismantle all types of mechanical equipment, such as (but not limited to) pumps, motors, gearboxes, screens etc
• Inspect the dismantled components, including taking tolerance measurements, shaft run outs, and assessing/understanding the recommended repair method
• Fault finding on equipment such as pumps, gearboxes etc – specialist equipment is provided by the company
• Under the guidance and instruction of the Operations Manager, carry out the repair/refurbishment of the mechanical equipment
• Work on Water Utility, Power Industry, Food, Paper, Petroleum and Government sites as part of a mechanical & electrical team
• Onsite removal and installation of mechanical equipment including working at height, within confined spaces, in sewerage and potable water environments etc

Ideal Skills, Training & Qualifications (but not essential):

• Minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role, preferably with a Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship (Water Utilities and/or Power Industry experience is advantageous)
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience of, or a good understanding of, onsite health and safety rules and regulations
• Confined space trained or a good understanding of confined spaces – training can be provided
• Watery Hygiene trained or a good understanding of sewerage/clean water hygiene – training can be provided
• The ability to work alone but also be an excellent communicator when working within a team
• Good organisational skills with a strong ability to multi-task

This role is an exciting opportunity to join a growing company, with a solid customer base, and a vision for the future which includes promotion and new roles/responsibilities.