Mechanical Fitter

WES; Pontyclun; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation

Travel arrangements provided

Job summary

WES is hiring a Mechanical Fitter to join the Site Services team. You will install, upgrade and refurbish chemical dosing systems across the UK water industry, traveling regularly and staying away from home as required. Accommodation and travel are provided by WES.

You will read drawings, work with plastics piping (PVC-U/PP/PE/PVDF) and support other disciplines to deliver projects on time and to high standards.

Qualifications

• NVQ or Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering, Pipefitting or equivalent.
• Proven mechanical installation experience with plastics.
• Water industry experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Install mechanical process equipment including dosing skids, kiosks, and plant.
• Fabricate and install PVC-U, PP, PE, PVDF pipework with fittings and support systems.
• Read and interpret drawings, P&IDs and layouts to ensure accurate work.

Skills

Mechanical installation

Plastics experience

Reading drawings

Driving licence

Education

NVQ or Apprenticeship in Mechanical Eng / Pipefitting

Tools

PVC-U piping systems

PP piping systems

PVDF piping systems

Job description

What Are We Looking For?

Due to continued growth, WES, part of the RSE Group, is looking for a Mechanical Fitter to join our expanding Site Services team. You'll play a key role in delivering mechanical installation projects across the UK water industry, working on the installation, upgrade and refurbishment of chemical dosing systems and associated process equipment.

Please note this role involves travel throughout the UK and regular working away from home. Accommodation and travel arrangements are provided by WES.

Some of Your Key Duties Include:

• Installation of new and existing mechanical process equipment, including chemical dosing skids, kiosks and associated plant.
• Fabrication, assembly and installation of PVC‑U, PP, PE and PVDF pipework systems, including valves, fittings and support systems.
• Installation, replacement and alignment of pumps, valves, tanks, instrumentation and ancillary mechanical equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs and installation layouts to ensure work is completed accurately and to specification.
• Carry out pressure testing, commissioning support and mechanical inspections to ensure installations meet quality and client standards.
• Work safely in accordance with RAMS, site procedures and health & safety legislation, maintaining the highest standards of workmanship.
• Support electrical installation engineers, commissioning engineers and other disciplines to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and on programme.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping, complete site documentation and communicate effectively with supervisors and clients.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role and your skill set to support the successful delivery of projects.

What Do You Need?

• NVQ or Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering, Pipefitting or equivalent.
• Proven Mechanical installation experience specifically working with plastics.
• Good knowledge of Quality, Environmental and Health & Safety processes/procedures.
• Water industry experience would be highly advantageous however other industries will also be considered.
• Full UK Driving Licence

WES - Who Are We?

WES is one of the leading suppliers of specialist Chemical Dosing systems in the UK. Simply put, we do it all. Our service offering includes design, manufacture, and installation of innovative chemical dosing solutions for the UK water industry and industrial manufacturing markets. Our nationwide coverage means WES is well placed to offer integrated solutions and support services across the UK. Uniquely, chemical dosing is not a division of WES, it is WES. We believe this gives us cutting edge advantage in the marketplace, and our people are at the forefront of our innovation.

WES is part of the RSE group of companies, offering us a unique advantage in the marketplace. RSE is the leading partner of choice in the design, build & maintenance of water treatment & water recycling equipment. Delivering products and services to clients across the UK, RSE’s offering to the market focuses on innovation, efficiency, and excellence.

RSE – Who Are We?

Established in 1982, RSE has grown into one of the most prominent MEICA engineering businesses in the UK water industry. We have created a complete in-house and full-service capability from project inception through to design, fabrication, and delivery by means of installation and commissioning.

Our service offering presents industry-leading innovative solutions and our dedicated staff play a key role in delivering our sustainability and wider business goals. With over 2000 staff across our group of companies, our strategic ambition will see the business continue to grow as we expand our operations and diversify our products. One of RSE’s key focuses is driving servant leadership and giving our people the opportunity and responsibility to take an entrepreneurial approach in their career development.

In a flourishing sector where there are vast career opportunities available, we believe by leading transformation in the industry our offering to the market means our people have the space to thrive.

If you’re interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provide you with the support to create your own future within the water industry,