Hydraulic Fitter: Field & Workshop Specialist

KSG Group; Heckmondwike; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A hydraulic engineering firm based in Heckmondwike is seeking a skilled Hydraulic Fitter to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for assembling, installing, and maintaining advanced hydraulic systems, ensuring they meet quality standards and safety regulations. This hands-on position requires collaboration with engineering teams and occasional site visits, both locally and overseas. Candidates must possess a mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent qualification and have experience with hydraulic systems.

Qualifications

• Experience with assembly, maintenance, and commissioning of hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of safe working practices and health & safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test hydraulic systems like HPUs and cylinders.
• Install and commission equipment on customer sites.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure compliance.

Skills

Experience with hydraulic systems

Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills

Ability to interpret technical drawings

Effective communication skills

Education

Mechanical apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

A hydraulic engineering firm based in Heckmondwike is seeking a skilled Hydraulic Fitter to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for assembling, installing, and maintaining advanced hydraulic systems, ensuring they meet quality standards and safety regulations. This hands-on position requires collaboration with engineering teams and occasional site visits, both locally and overseas. Candidates must possess a mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent qualification and have experience with hydraulic systems.