Hydrostatic Test Fitter — Mechanical Assembly

Pertemps Bond; Bedford; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Career progression

Job summary

Pertemps Bond is seeking a motivated Semi-Skilled Mechanical Fitter to join the Hydrostatic Testing and Fettling Department in Bedford. The role involves testing and preparing pump components to meet production schedules and quality standards in a hands-on workshop environment.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will perform hydrostatic testing, fettling, and component sub-assemblies, while contributing to continuous improvement and maintaining a safe, clean workspace.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a mechanical assembly, fitting or manufacturing environment.
• Experience working to production schedules and deadlines.
• Pressure testing experience or similar mechanical testing experience is desirable.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience completing manufacturing, inspection and quality-related documentation.
• Overhead Crane certification is advantageous (training can be provided).
• Forklift Truck certification is advantageous (training can be provided).
• Good understanding of health and safety within a workshop or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out hydrostatic (pressure) testing of pump components in line with production schedules and build requirements.
• Identify and resolve issues during testing using a practical and proactive approach.
• Perform fettling of small and large pump components, preparing them for the next stage of production.
• Shape and finish impellers and other components using a variety of hand-held power tools.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, checklists and visual aids.
• Complete dimensional inspection records, pressure test reports and quality documentation accurately.
• Operate overhead cranes and forklift trucks to move large or heavy components safely around the workshop.
• Load and unload deliveries and dispatch vehicles when required.
• Support the Pump Assembly Team with component sub-assemblies, painting and fettling activities as needed.
• Assist with the construction and removal of bespoke test assemblies.
• Follow all Health, Safety, Environmental and Welfare procedures at all times.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties required to support workshop operations.

Skills

Mechanical fitting

Reading drawings

Quality documentation

Health & safety

Problem solving

Tools

Overhead crane

Forklift truck

Job description

Pertemps Bond is seeking a motivated Semi-Skilled Mechanical Fitter to join the Hydrostatic Testing and Fettling Department in Bedford. The role involves testing and preparing pump components to meet production schedules and quality standards in a hands-on workshop environment.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will perform hydrostatic testing, fettling, and component sub-assemblies, while contributing to continuous improvement and maintaining a safe, clean workspace.