Mechanical Fitter

HAYLEY DEXIS

Dudley

On-site

GBP 28,000 - 36,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Life assurance (2x salary)

Healthcare cash plan

Company pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Wellness programmes

Uniform and PPE provided

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Hayley 247 Dexis in Dudley, West Midlands, is seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter to repair, overhaul and maintain rotating equipment including gearboxes, pumps, motors and fans. You will strip, inspect and rebuild components to exacting standards, diagnose faults, and select effective repair methods.

Some site work and on-call rota responsibilities apply. You'll use precision tools like micrometers and vernier calipers in a well-equipped workshop and document work via mobile devices, while

Qualifications

Apprentice trained with a minimum of five years relevant mechanical fitting experience preferred.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Full UK driving licence advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

Repair, overhaul and maintenance of rotating equipment (gearboxes, pumps, motors, fans).
Strip, inspect, assess and rebuild components to qualified standards.
Diagnose mechanical faults and identify repair solutions.
Operate in workshop and on-site for equipment removal/installation/commissioning.
Complete job documentation on mobile devices and tablets; maintain safety.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Fault finding

Reading drawings

Mobile documentation

Overtime readiness

Education

Apprentice trained

Tools

Micrometers

Vernier calipers

Hydraulic presses

Machining knowledge

Job description

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Dudley, West Midlands

Hours: 40 hours per week (Day and Night positions available)

Competitive Salary & Benefits:

At Hayley 247 Dexis we provide a complete 24/7/365 non-stop mechanical engineering solution. Working close with customers to maintain operations, increase efficiency, reduce total cost of ownership (TCO), and secure asset performance gains. We service leading organisations across a multitude of industry sectors, including; automotive, aggregates, food & beverage, metals and many more.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer, our people truly make the difference bringing energy, expertise, and passion that help us deliver outstanding service to our customers every single day.

We’re excited to offer a brilliant opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join the busy team in Dudley, West Midlands.

About the Mechanical Fitter role:

As a Mechanical Fitter, you'll play a key role in the repair, overhaul and maintenance of a wide range of rotating equipment, including gearboxes, pumps, electric motors and fans. You'll be responsible for stripping, inspecting, assessing and rebuilding equipment to a high standard, diagnosing mechanical faults and identifying the most effective repair solutions. Using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers and vernier calipers, you'll ensure all components meet the required specifications and quality standards before reassembly.

Working within our well-equipped workshop, you'll operate a variety of machinery and equipment, including hydraulic and mechanical presses, and carry out bearing removal and installation using the correct tools and techniques. The role also involves occasional site-based work, supporting customers with equipment removal, installation and commissioning. You'll be expected to complete job documentation and reports using mobile devices and tablets, while maintaining a strong focus on health and safety and working in line with company procedures and customer requirements at all times. Being a 247 operation there is a requirement for overtime and you will also be required to participate on our on call rota over some weekends and holiday periods.

What we’re looking for in our Mechanical Fitter:

Strong mechanical engineering knowledge with proven fitting and fault-finding ability.
Apprentice trained with a minimum of five years relevant mechanical fitting experience preferred.
Strong, experienced fitters without formal qualifications will also be considered.
Experience repairing and refurbishing rotating equipment is highly desirable.
An understanding of machining and welding processes would be advantageous.
The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings would be advantageous.
Previous customer site experience would be beneficial.
A full UK driving licence is advantageous but not essential.
Ability to confidently use mobile phones and tablets for work-related documentation.

What you’ll get in return: