Hydraulic Fitter

Hernshead Recruitment Ltd; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Hydraulic Fitter to join a renowned engineering team in Staines-upon-Thames. This role involves the assembly of bespoke motion control and simulation equipment for sectors such as aerospace and automotive. The ideal candidate will have a background in mechanical assembly, particularly hydraulic systems, and must be able to read technical drawings accurately. A strong commitment to quality in a collaborative production environment is essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Proven mechanical assembly experience in precision environments.
• Experience in hydraulic systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare component parts safely to required standards.
• Assemble parts into system elements using engineering tools.
• Ensure quality standards are maintained.

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

Mechanical assembly experience

Strong hand skills

Confident using hand and power tools

Education

Apprenticeship or equivalent engineering background

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Precision engineering equipment

Job description

Are you a skilled fitter with experience in precision mechanical assembly?

Do you enjoy hands‑on engineering work where attention to detail truly matters?

Looking to contribute to cutting‑edge hydraulic systems used in aerospace, automotive and defence?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Hydraulic Fitter to join a world‑class engineering team, supporting the development and assembly of bespoke motion control and simulation equipment supplied globally. This role offers the chance to work on high‑value, low‑volume systems, contributing to advanced projects across aerospace, automotive, defence and industrial sectors.

The successful candidate will play a key role in preparing components, assembling system elements and maintaining quality standards, working within a highly skilled production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare component parts safely and accurately to required quality standards
• Assemble parts into system elements using hand, power, and precision engineering tools
• Handle components and assemblies safely in line with Health & Safety procedures
• Read and interpret technical drawings, instructions, and specifications correctly
• Identify and report non‑conformances using established quality processes
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to meet production goals
• Follow work instructions, risk assessments and internal processes
• Maintain 5S workplace cleanliness and contribute to continuous improvement activities

Experience & Skills Required

• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Proven mechanical assembly experience, ideally involving hydraulic systems
• Minimum 2 years' assembly work in a precision, high‑value/low‑volume environment
• Apprenticeship or equivalent engineering background preferred
• Strong hand skills and assembly dexterity
• Confident using hand tools, power tools and precision engineering equipment

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