Fitters

Different Technologies Pty Ltd.; Falmouth; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A marine engineering firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Fitter for full-time work in ship repairs. The ideal candidate will perform mechanical overhauls and repairs, interpret technical drawings, and ensure safety compliance. Excellent opportunities for career growth and a competitive salary are offered. Benefits include annual leave and pension contributions.

Benefits

Minimum 25 days annual leave

4% pension contribution

Life cover at 7X salary

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing, industrial or engineering environment.
• Ability to interpret and understand technical drawings.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Good attention to detail and analytical problem-solving approach.

Responsibilities

• Fit and assemble mechanical components and systems onboard ships.
• Maintain and repair various vessels, diagnosing mechanical issues.
• Assist in the overhaul and modification of vessel’s main engines and generators.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and standards.

Skills

Experience as a Fitter

Interpreting technical drawings

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Job description

Overview

A&P Falmouth- Fitter

Home to one of the world’s largest natural deep-water harbours, A&P Falmouth’s facility is one of the largest ship-repair complexes in the UK.

Whether it's working on the ships in our docks or performing vital maintenance, we may have a place for you. We are looking for Fitters to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. Our Fitters complete mechanical overhaul, repair, renew and modification of vessel equipment and systems.

Responsibilities

• Fit and assemble mechanical components and systems onboard ships according to engineering specifications and drawings and specifications
• Carry out maintenance and repairs on various vessels, inspecting, diagnosing and repairing mechanical and structural issues
• Assist in the overhaul, repair, renew or modification of vessel’s main engines, generators, compressors and more
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and standards

Qualifications

• You’ll have experience as a Fitter or in a similar role in a manufacturing, industrial or engineering environment
• You\'ll be able to interpret and understand technical drawings
• You\'ll have excellent teamwork and communication skills
• You\'ll have good attention to detail and a logical, analytical and proactive approach to problem-solving

Why join us

• Salary circa £35k per annum + overtime and shift premiums
• This is an opportunity to work with and learn from a team of experts from the marine engineering industry with excellent opportunities for career growth and progression across the business
• Benefits including:
• • Minimum 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • 4% pension contribution and a generous death in service benefit
  • Life cover at 7X your basic salary
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme

Due to the nature of what we do for some of the customers that we work with, some roles working for A&P are subject to security control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform with us.

All successful candidates must undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check and attain Security Check (SC) Clearance as part of pre-employment checks. Further information on this can be found here.