Mechanical Fitter

A4 Plus Limited; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A4 Plus Limited is seeking an experienced mechanical fitter/assembler for a short-term contract in the Cambridge area. The role involves assembling components, interpreting drawings, and ensuring quality while adhering to health and safety guidelines.

You will work with Swagelok fittings and various hand and power tools, handling large components and collaborating with production and engineering teams. Local candidates preferred due to the short-term nature of the role.

Qualifications

• Understanding or experience of hydraulic systems would be advantageous.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical assembly skills.
• Excellent hand skills and dexterity.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Prepare component parts to required quality standards before assembling into system elements.
• Assemble mechanical components and sub-assemblies using hand and power tools.
• Work with drawings and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Carry out manual handling of components and assemblies in accordance with health and safety requirements.
• Maintain workplace cleanliness and work with colleagues across production, electrical and engineering teams.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand dexterity

Attention to detail

Health & safety awareness

Reading drawings

Tools

Swagelok fittings

Hand tools

Power tools

Lifting equipment

Job description

Mechanical Fitter (Short-term contract)

We are looking for an experienced mechanical fitter/assembler to work in an Eco-Fuel company based in Fowlmere (between Royston and Cambridge) on a short-term basis.

Mechanical Assembly & Fitting

• Knowledge and understanding in the use of Swagelok fittings.
• Prepare component parts to required quality standards before assembling into system elements
• Assemble mechanical components and sub-assemblies using hand and power tools
• Work with large and high-value components requiring careful handling
• Use and correctly interpret component and assembly drawings, along with written and verbal instructions
• Carry out manual handling of components and assemblies in accordance with health and safety requirements
• Use lifting equipment safely and appropriately where required

Quality & Safety

• Ensure components and assemblies meet required quality standards before progressing
• Work in accordance with work instructions, risk assessments, and health & safety requirements
• Maintain workplace cleanliness

Team & Customer Support

• Work effectively with colleagues across the production, Electrical and Engineering teams

Qualifications & Experience

• Understanding or experience of hydraulic systems would be advantageous
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical assembly skills
• Excellent hand skills and dexterity
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship

Pay rates are competitive depending on experience. Only local applicants will be considered due to short-term nature of the role.