Mechanical Fitter

Apex M&E Solutions Ltd; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Van & Fuel Card

Private use of van

Door to door travel

Overtime

Discretionary bonuses

Pension

Wellness plan

25 days annual leave + holidays

Training & development

£100/day BA gear

Job summary

Apex M&E Solutions Ltd is seeking a Mechanical Fitter in Eastbourne for a permanent role. The position focuses on mechanical installations, servicing and commissioning within the water industry, reporting to the Project Manager on individual projects.

Benefits include a van and fuel card, private use of van, door-to-door travel, overtime, discretionary bonuses, pension, wellness plan, 25 days plus bank holidays, and training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Full mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.
• CSCS Card is required.
• Able to read 2D/3D design drawings.
• Water industry experience preferred.
• Valid UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to company policies, procedures and legal practices.
• Follow RAMS and safety requirements on site.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings (2D/3D).
• Carry out mechanical installations and repairs (pumps, fans, gearboxes).
• Perform general steel work, handrails, ladders and platforms.

Skills

Read drawings

CSCS Card

Full UK Driving Licence

Work independently

Education

Full mechanical apprenticeship

Job description

Overview

We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Fitter on behalf of a bespoke electrical and mechanical engineering company who manage the complete mechanical engineering process including design, manufacture and commissioning. They mainly work within Water Utilities.

Operating over 35 years, they are a family owned organisation who have gained a reputable name within the industry for their high-quality work and excellent customer service.

They have a client base which boasts some of the biggest names in the engineering sector. Mainly working within the Waste Water and Clean Water industries they provide a range of services including surveying through to design, fabrication, installation and implementation.

The Fitter will hold a technical role within the company and should set examples of excellent conduct and professionalism. For individual projects, they will report to the assigned Project Manager.

This is a permanent position, covering Eastbourne, Working Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 4:30pm. 4pm finish on a Friday. The pay rate is £23 per hour. Perks include Van & Fuel Card, private use of van, door to door travel, overtime, discretionary bonuses, pension, wellness plan, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, training & development etc. You also get a flat payment of £100 per day if you are working in full BA gear.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Companies Policies, Procedures & Legal Practices.
• Adhere to the Companies Health & Safety Policies & Procedures.
• Adhere to the Companies Quality Management system.
• Adhere to the site-specific rules & regulations & to leave sites clean & tidy.
• To follow, read & sign the RAMS (Risk & Method Statements)
• Be able to read, understand and follow design drawings 2D/3D.
• Mechanical Installations & Repairs including Pumps, Fans & Gearboxes.
• General Steel Work, Handrail, CAT Ladders, Platforms.

Skills & Attributes

• Water industry experience (preferred)
• Full mechanical apprenticeship or qualifications.
• CSCS Card.
• Understand Engineering drawings.
• Ability to work independently and unsupervised.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• An excellent understanding of Health and Safety.
• Full UK Driving Licence.