Mechanical Fitter

Prime Appointments; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering firm in Ipswich is seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter. The ideal candidate will have a mechanical fitting background and a strong knowledge of hydraulic systems. Responsibilities include assembling hydraulic equipment, testing products for quality, and reading CAD drawings. The role offers weekly pay of £16 per hour and additional pay rise after three months.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Pay rise after 3 months

Qualifications

• Mechanical fitting background is essential.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems is required.
• Must be competent in reading engineering (CAD) drawings.

Responsibilities

• Assemble hydraulic equipment.
• Clean equipment before fitting.
• Test products post-assembly for quality standards.
• Read and work from engineering drawings.
• Assist in other departments as needed.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Mechanical assembly

Reading engineering (CAD) drawings

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

Role: Mechanical Fitter
Start date: Immediate
Location: Ipswich, Suffolk
Hours: 40 hours per week (07:00-15:30)
Pay: £16ph+ (WEEKLY PAY) & pay rise after 3 months

We are looking for a skilled mechanical fitter / assembler who has a strong knowledge of hydraulic systems. The following role is for a well-established engineering firm who have been operating in Ipswich for nearly 40 years! This is a permanent role subject to a successful 3‑month probation period.

To be considered for this position you need to have a mechanical fitting background, ideally with a good understanding of hydraulic systems & be competent in mechanical assembly. You will be expected to work independently & must be able to read engineering (CAD) drawings.

You will be working on heavier plant equipment, primarily used within the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Assembly of hydraulic equipment
• Ensuring all equipment & parts are washed down & cleaned prior to fitting
• Test the products after assembly to ensure the highest level of quality standards are met
• Read & work from engineering drawings (CAD)
• MUST be flexible & willing to assist and work in other departments as and when required

Ideally you will have a background in mechanical fitting or similar discipline. We may consider applicants who have worked in an assembly capacity & offer further training as mechanical engineers.

Contact

If you think this role may be of interest, please contact Carl at Prime Appointments. Check out our website for my contact details.

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