Fitter

First Military Recruitment; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

First Military Recruitment is seeking a Fitter in Abingdon to support mechanical engineering services and assist in project delivery. You will work with multiple teams, follow drawings, and maintain high quality standards under a safe system of work.

Ideal candidates have an apprenticeship or equivalent, can read assemblies, and communicate effectively. Security clearance (BPSS) may be required; training opportunities are available within a supportive military-friendly environment.

Qualifications

• Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings.
• Good knowledge of QA activities and documentation.
• Experience with Written Safe System of Work / Method Statements.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Competent with Word and Excel. BPSS security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in maintenance, improvement and modification of components as directed by mechanical technicians.
• Assemble and prepare components following documentation and drawings.
• Follow process documentation and perform technical engineering and assembly tasks with high accuracy.
• Undertake a wide range of hands-on general duties with minimal supervision.
• Liaise with other teams to progress tasks timely.
• Provide information to document processes/procedures for maintenance, installation and testing of equipment.
• Adhere to safety and quality standards while handling fragile/complex equipment.
• Promote company values of equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks requested by the manager.

Skills

Read engineering drawings

Quality assurance documentation

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Self-motivation

Education

Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent

BPSS Security Clearance

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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.