Pump Fitter

Rubix UKII; Grimsby; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Rubix UKII in Canada is seeking a skilled Pump Fitter to inspect, dismantle and repair industrial pumps and rotating equipment in workshop and site environments. You’ll work with a team to maintain high safety and quality standards and document work meticulously.

The role requires experience with bearings, seals, shafts and impellers; diagnose faults, perform overhauls, carry out measurements, and support broader engineering activities as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Pump Fitter or Mechanical Fitter in an industrial setting.
• Practical experience with dismantling, repairing, overhauling pumps or rotating equipment.
• Solid understanding of bearings, seals, shafts and impellers.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical faults and carry out effective repairs.
• Experience using workshop tools and measuring instruments safely.
• Solid commitment to health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, dismantle and assess pumps and equipment to identify faults, wear and damage.
• Repair, overhaul and rebuild industrial pumps to operating standards.
• Carry out mechanical fitting tasks, replacing bearings, seals, shafts and impellers as needed.
• Identify faults and assist with troubleshooting to determine root causes.
• Complete inspections, measurements and record findings accurately.
• Assemble, test and quality check repaired equipment to specifications.
• Work safely in line with Rubix UKII procedures and maintain records.
• Maintain accurate job records, inspection reports and timekeeping throughout the repair process.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the engineering team and support site work when required.
• Support customer service requirements through efficient job completion and quality workmanship.

Skills

Pump Fitter

Mechanical Fitter

Industrial Pumps

Troubleshooting

Tools & Measuring

Health & Safety

Job description

Our Engineering team at Rubix plays a vital role in solving complex challenges and delivering practical, innovative solutions that keep our customers moving. We bring together talented engineers from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and disciplines — all united by a shared commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. Whether working onsite or in our specialist facilities, we foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where every voice is valued, and diverse thinking drives better outcomes. By combining technical expertise with a deep understanding of our customers' needs, we engineer solutions that make a real difference to our clients.

About The Role

• Inspect, dismantle and assess pumps and associated equipment to identify faults, wear and damage


• Repair, overhaul and rebuild a range of industrial pumps, ensuring equipment is restored to the required operating standards


• Carry out mechanical fitting tasks, including replacing bearings, seals, shafts, impellers and other worn or damaged components


• Identify mechanical faults and assist with troubleshooting to determine the root cause of equipment failures


• Complete equipment inspections, measurements and condition assessments, recording findings accurately


• Carry out assembly, testing and quality checks to ensure repaired equipment meets the required specifications


• Work safely in line with Rubix UKII health, safety, environmental and quality procedures


• Maintain accurate job records, inspection reports and timekeeping information throughout the repair process


• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the engineering team, supporting other workshop activities and site work when required


• Support customer service requirements through efficient job completion, high-quality workmanship and a commitment to continuous improvement

Key Skills, Experience & Requirements

• Previous experience as a Pump Fitter, Mechanical Fitter, Pump Engineer or in a similar mechanical engineering role


• Practical experience dismantling, repairing, overhauling and rebuilding industrial pumps or rotating equipment


• A sound understanding of mechanical components, including bearings, seals, shafts, impellers and associated equipment


• Ability to diagnose mechanical faults, identify worn components and carry out effective repairs


• Experience using engineering tools, workshop equipment and measuring instruments safely and effectively


• A strong understanding of health and safety requirements and the importance of following safe working practices


• Ability to work effectively as part of a team while managing individual jobs and priorities


• Good communication skills, with the ability to complete job records and communicate technical information clearly


• Flexible approach to supporting wider engineering activities, including site work and overtime when required