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Blaydon on Tyne

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30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Mechanical Fitter to join their dynamic team in Blaydon-on-Tyne. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on the refurbishment and maintenance of power transformers in high voltage substations throughout the UK. The successful candidate will be part of a small, multi-skilled team, ensuring that all work is completed to the highest standards while adhering to safety and quality protocols. With competitive pay based on experience and necessary training provided, this position is ideal for those looking to grow their skills in a supportive environment. If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role, apply now!

Benefits

Lodging Allowance
Nightly Expenses
Training Provided

Qualifications

  • Experience in mechanical fitting is essential.
  • Knowledge of power transformers or HV substations is beneficial.

Responsibilities

  • Refurbishment and maintenance of power transformers across the UK.
  • Ensure safety and quality standards are met in all tasks.

Skills

Mechanical Fitting
Technical Competence
Trade Knowledge

Job description

Job Description

An excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Fitter to join a well-established company based in Blaydon-On-Tyne!

Starting Salary: £17.50 - £22.00 per hour plus additional enhancements

The Company:

Established 40 years ago, the company is a specialist electrical/mechanical contractor to the electrical supply industry and other large consumers of electricity. The company specialises in the repair and refurbishment of power transformers and associated high voltage plant.

Due to a rapidly expanding order book and customer base, they are now looking to employ a Time Served Mechanical Fitter to work in a small multi-skilled team within high voltage substations throughout the UK.

The Role:

  • Refurbishment, maintenance, and installation of Power Transformers and associated equipment throughout the UK
  • Ensuring works are completed to the required standard
  • Ensuring that all safety and quality paperwork is adhered to and completed correctly
  • Completion of training to enhance skills for specific tasks

Candidate Requirement:

Although not essential, experience of working on power transformers or within HV substations would be beneficial. A good overall trade knowledge and technical competence are essential.

Additional Information:

Most works will be away from home, with occasional weekend and bank holiday working required. Lodging allowance will be paid while away along with nightly expenses. Pay will be competitive and based on experience. Necessary training will be provided by the company, and the successful applicant may need to carry out authorisation training for various electricity companies throughout the UK.

If you feel that you have the relevant skills/attributes to fulfil this role, then please apply now with your CV.

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

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