Mechanical Assembly Fitters (Hydraulics, Forklift, WAH)

Keyman Personnel; Corbridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Assembly Fitter with a strong hydraulics background to work on high-value offshore and industrial projects across various UK sites. Candidates must have proven experience in mechanical assembly, a valid forklift licence, and a Work at Height certificate. This role involves assembling hydraulic systems, reading blueprints, and safe material handling. Attractive opportunities for skilled individuals looking to excel in dynamic environments.

Qualifications

• Proven hydraulics mechanical assembly experience.
• Valid forklift licence.
• Valid Work at Height certificate.
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Assemble hydraulic equipment including pipework and valves.
• Read blueprints and hydraulic schematics.
• Install assemblies on site and secure components.
• Transport equipment around workshop/site using forklift.
• Work at height involving safe access and scaffolding.
• Assist in commissioning and functional checks.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Hydraulics

Forklift operation

Blueprint reading

Material handling

Job description

Title: Mechanical Assembly Fitter - Hydraulics (Forklift & Work-at-Height required)
Location: UK (various project sites)

Role Summary

We are looking for mechanical assembly fitters with a strong hydraulics background to work on high-value offshore/industrial build projects. The successful candidates will assemble, install and support hydraulic systems and mechanical components, operate forklift for material handling and work at height safely.

Key Responsibilities

• Mechanical assembly of hydraulic equipment: pipework, hoses, manifolds, valves, cylinders.
• Reading blueprints, GA drawings and basic hydraulic schematics.
• Installation of assemblies on site, securing components, alignment and bolting.
• Material handling - forklift use; transporting equipment around workshop/site.
• Work at height: rigging and safe access, scaffolding or platform use as required.
• Assisting commissioning/functional checks under supervision.

Essential Requirements

• Proven hydraulics mechanical assembly experience.
• Valid forklift licence.
• Valid Work at Height certificate.
• Comfortable working in workshop and site environment (indoors/outdoors).
• Good mechanical aptitude and ability to follow drawings.
• Right to work in the UK.

Desirable

• Workshop & field experience in offshore, heavy industrial or wind sector.
• Basic understanding of fluid power systems (hydraulic pumps, valves, actuators)