Hydraulics Fitter/Engineer

Matchtech; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent overtime potential

Travel and accommodation for working |

Career development

Job summary

Matchtech are recruiting on behalf of a well-established engineering organisation in the Glasgow area for an experienced Hydraulic Fitter / Hydraulic Engineer. This role offers hands-on work across hydraulic systems, servicing marine, industrial and engineering projects.

You will install, maintain and repair hydraulic cylinders, pumps, motors and HPUs, manufacture hose assemblies and diagnose faults. Occasional travel, security clearance (SC) eligibility, and a full UK driving licence are

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Hydraulic Fitter/Engineer.
• Strong hands-on experience with hydraulic systems and components.
• Experience maintaining, repairing and overhauling hydraulic cylinders/rams, pumps, motors and HPUs.
• Experience manufacturing and assembling hydraulic hose assemblies.
• Ability to diagnose and repair hydraulic faults across complete systems.
• Good understanding of hydraulic drawings and documentation.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC).
• Willingness to travel occasionally and work away from home.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair hydraulic systems and components to industry and customer standards.
• Manufacture, assemble and test hydraulic hose assemblies and related hydraulic equipment.
• Carry out hydraulic fault finding, diagnostics, root cause analysis and repairs.
• Read and interpret hydraulic schematics, engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Assemble, overhaul and refurbish hydraulic cylinders/rams, pumps, motors, valves and related components.
• Carry out maintenance, servicing and repair of hydraulic power units (HPUs).
• Assist with testing, commissioning and validation of hydraulic systems, HPUs and associated equipment.
• Support marine, industrial and engineering maintenance, installation and repair activities.
• Work closely with engineering and project teams to deliver high-quality solutions for customers.
• Complete maintenance records, job reports and associated documentation.
• Ensure all work is carried out safely and in accordance with company quality standards and procedures.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Mechanical fitting

Hydraulic hose assemblies

Reading schematics/drawings

Troubleshooting faults

Driving Licence

Security Clearance SC

Tools

Hydraulic tooling

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established engineering organisation in the Glasgow area for an experienced Hydraulic Fitter / Hydraulic Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business specialising in hydraulic systems, supporting a diverse range of marine, industrial and engineering projects.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in hydraulic systems, mechanical fitting, and ideally the manufacture and assembly of hydraulic hose assemblies. A key part of this role will involve working on hydraulic cylinders/rams, hydraulic pumps and motors, and hydraulic power units (HPUs) across maintenance, overhaul and repair activities. The role offers varied and hands-on work, excellent overtime opportunities, and long-term career development within a respected engineering organisation.

The position is primarily based in Glasgow; however, there may be occasional travel and short periods of working away on projects along the South Coast, typically involving only a few nights away at a time.

Due to the nature of some projects, applicants must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair hydraulic systems and components to industry and customer standards.
• Manufacture, assemble and test hydraulic hose assemblies and related hydraulic equipment.
• Carry out hydraulic fault finding, diagnostics, root cause analysis and repairs.
• Read and interpret hydraulic schematics, engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Assemble, overhaul and refurbish hydraulic cylinders/rams, pumps, motors, valves and related components.
• Carry out maintenance, servicing and repair of hydraulic power units (HPUs).
• Assist with the testing, commissioning and validation of hydraulic systems, HPUs and associated equipment.
• Support marine, industrial and engineering maintenance, installation and repair activities.
• Work closely with engineering and project teams to deliver high-quality solutions for customers.
• Complete maintenance records, job reports and associated documentation.
• Ensure all work is carried out safely and in accordance with company quality standards and procedures.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Hydraulic Fitter, Hydraulic Engineer, Mechanical Fitter or similar engineering role.
• Strong hands-on experience working with hydraulic systems and components.
• Proven experience maintaining, repairing and overhauling hydraulic cylinders/rams, pumps, motors and hydraulic power units (HPUs).
• Experience manufacturing and assembling hydraulic hose assemblies.
• Ability to diagnose and repair hydraulic faults effectively across complete hydraulic systems.
• Good understanding of hydraulic drawings, schematics and engineering documentation.
• Strong mechanical fitting and assembly skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC).
• Willingness to travel occasionally and work away from home for short periods when required.

Desirable

• Marine engineering experience.
• Industrial, manufacturing or heavy engineering background.
• Experience commissioning hydraulic systems and equipment.
• Hydraulic qualifications or manufacturer training.
• Experience working within hydraulic hose assembly manufacturing or fluid power environments.

Working Hours

Monday to Thursday: 08:00 - 16:30
Friday: 08:00 - 13:30

Overtime

• Monday to Saturday: Time and a Half (1.5x)
• Sunday: Double Time (2x)
• Overtime paid following completion of standard contracted hours.

Package

• Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience and expertise.
• Excellent overtime earning potential.
• Opportunity to work on a varied range of hydraulic, marine and industrial engineering projects.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Long-term career progression within a growing engineering organisation.
• Company-supported travel and accommodation for any required working away assignments.

About You

You will be a practical, hands-on engineer with strong hydraulic experience and a proactive approach to problem solving. Previous experience working on hydraulic cylinders/rams, pumps, motors and hydraulic power units (HPUs) would be advantageous. Candidates from marine, industrial, manufacturing, heavy engineering or fluid power environments are encouraged to apply.