Mechanical Fitter

DK Recruitment; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading recruitment agency as a Mechanical Fitter in Plymouth. This 26-week contract offers an opportunity to work on exciting engineering projects. Ideal candidates will have marine mechanical experience and relevant qualifications. Apply now with your CV!

Benefits

Travel allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in marine mechanical equipment removal, installation, and overhaul.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Utilise mechanical skills to remove, overhaul, and install mechanical equipment.
• Conduct system and equipment functional tests and surveys.
• Adhere to safety regulations and promote a safe working environment.

Skills

Mechanical Expertise

Precision Engineering

Technical Proficiency

Education

Indentured Apprenticeship

Level 3 Mechanical Engineering Qualification

Level 3 Modern Apprenticeship in a Mechanical Discipline

Job description

Elevate Your Career as a Mechanical Fitter with DK Recruitment!

Are you a skilled Mechanical Fitter looking for a 26-week contract ready to take your career to new heights? DK Recruitment is seeking talented individuals like you to join our client's dynamic team in Plymouth.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Mechanical Expertise: Utilise your mechanical skills to remove, overhaul, and install a wide range of mechanical equipment, including hydraulics, weapons systems, water and fuel systems, and LP/HP air systems.
• Precision Engineering: Work to the highest standards using engineering drawings and technical specifications. Install and align new equipment and conduct system and equipment functional tests and surveys.
• Technical Proficiency: Read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions. Operate general workshop machinery specific to mechanical fitting. Adhering to all safety regulations and promoting a safe working environment.

If you bring technical expertise and a commitment to safety, we offer some of the most exciting engineering projects in the country.

Essential Experience:

Marine Mechanical Equipment: Experience in the removal, installation, and overhaul of marine mechanical equipment, focusing on propulsion equipment, auxiliary systems, and power generation equipment.

Desirable Experience: Previous work in marine engineering, especially on Royal Navy ships, submarines, Royal Fleet Auxiliary vessels, or large commercial ships.

Qualifications (at least one required):

• Indentured Apprenticeship
• Level 3 Modern Apprenticeship in a Mechanical Discipline
• Armed Forces PO/CPO/NCO with Mechanical Specialisation
• Level 3 Mechanical Engineering Qualification
• Must be able to obtain security clearance for this role and undertake a Basic DBS.

Working Hours:

• 35 hours per week
• Monday to Thursday: 07:30 - 15:30 Friday: 07:30 - 12:30
• Potential for shifts and overtime
• Pay from PAYE GBP19.45 p/h (Umbrella GBP24.16 p/h) + travel allowance (if applicable)

UK Nationals only need apply for this role.

Ready to make your mark in mechanical engineering? Apply now with your CV and email relevant qualification certificates.