Mechanical Fitter

Probe UK; Shenstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Shenstone is looking for an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join their team. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in assembling and fitting, welding, and interpreting engineering drawings. This role offers a competitive pay rate of £18.00 - £20.00 per hour and a contract of 2-3 months, with potential for extension. Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in similar positions.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Excellent machining and welding ability.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and fit components following engineering standards.
• Conduct welding and small fabrications.
• Inspect fitted parts and sub-assemblies.

Skills

Assembling and Fitting

Welding

Machining

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Education

Relevant engineering qualifications

Tools

Hand and power tools

Test equipment

Measuring instruments

Job description

Overview

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join a bespoke and successful engineering business. A global supplier with several decades of experience, this is one of their most exciting periods, with an increase in demand for their product leading to growth and investment onsite.

Role and Pay

Mechanical Fitter – Pay and Hours

• £18.00 - £20.00 per hour (via Umbrella company)


• 37.5 hours per week, 8:00am - 4:00pm Monday to Friday


• Initial contract period of 2-3 months, which is likely to go beyond that

This position is commutable from - Burton upon Trent, Tamworth, Cannock, Walsall, Lichfield, Burntwood

Role Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced, suitably qualified Mechanical Fitter / Fabricator to join an existing team. They offer a friendly environment and excellent working conditions.

Candidate Requirements

• The role will focus on Assembling and Fitting. This will entail marking out, drilling and some remedial work.


• Welding and small fabrications.


• The ideal candidate will be trained, holding suitable relevant qualifications, whilst being able to display proven experience from similar positions.


• The successful applicant must be able to read and interpret engineering drawings; fit bearings, shafts, and other parts to an acceptable engineering standard; modify or adjust parts as required with excellent machining and welding ability and competently use hand and power tools, test equipment and measuring instruments; inspect and check fitted parts and sub-assemblies; adhere to H&S procedures and SSOW.


• Knowledge of Hydraulics & pneumatics Engineering.


• Occasional international travel may be required


• Holding a FLT license and banksman certificate would be an advantage.


• Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Additional Information

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