Fitter

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

First Military Recruitment are seeking a Fitter in Abingdon to support mechanical engineering services and the delivery of mechanical projects. You will assist in maintenance, assembly and related technical tasks with a strong emphasis on accuracy and safety.

Applicants should have an recognised engineering apprenticeship or equivalent, be able to read assembly drawings, and contribute to QA documentation. Experience with written Safe System of Work/method statements is desirable, and good

Qualifications

• Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent with engineering qualification.
• Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings.
• Experience with QA activities and documentation.
• Experience under Written Safe System of Work / Method Statements.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, improve and modify components as directed by mechanical technicians.
• Assemble and prepare components following documentation and drawings.
• Work to high accuracy, follow process docs and perform technical tasks.
• Carry out a wide range of hands-on duties with minimal supervision.
• Liaise with other teams to progress tasks.
• Document processes and procedures for maintenance, installation and testing.
• Promote company values and inclusive culture.
• Perform other reasonable tasks as directed by your manager.

Skills

Read & interpret drawings

QA documentation

Safe System of Work

Teamwork

Communication skills

MS Office (Word/Excel)

BPSS Clearance

Education

Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent

Job description

Fitter

Location: Abingdon

Salary: Competitive Hourly Rate | In Scope IR35

Overview

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Fitter on behalf of one of our clients.

Supports various teams & facilities in the provision of mechanical Engineering services and assisting in the delivery of mechanical engineering projects.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in the maintenance, improvement and modification of components as directed by mechanical technicians.
• Responsible for the assembly and preparation of components following appropriate documentation and drawings.
• Working to a high standard of accuracy, follow process documentation and carry out technical engineering and assembly tasks.
• Undertake a wide range of hands on general purpose duties with minimal supervision.
• To liaise with members of other teams to progress tasks in a timely manner.
• Provide information and support enabling correct documenting of processes/procedures for the maintenance, installation and testing of equipment.
• General workers are expected to know some tasks may be additionally complicated by the fragile and complex nature of equipment and apply appropriate care and techniques to complete the work.
• Actively promote company values, championing a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Work in accordance with company policy and undertake any other reasonable tasks or duties requested by your manager.

Skills and Qualifications

• A recognised engineering apprenticeship or equivalent with a relevant qualification in engineering.
• Ability to accurately read and interpret assembly drawings.
• Good working knowledge of quality assurance activities and documentation.
• Experience of working under a Written Safe System of Work / Method Statements.
• Ability to independently complete tasks, as well as co-operate and work as part of a team.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Competent computer skills including Microsoft Office, in particular Word and Excel.
• BPSS Security Clearance.

Desirable

• Knowledge of good vacuum practice and vacuum systems and technology.
• Knowledge of good practices for cooling systems