Mechanical Fitter

IWS Mechanical & Electrical; Walsall; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter to join a growing team. This role offers the chance to work on high-profile projects in environmental and energy management, providing a unique opportunity to advance your career. You will be involved in installing and maintaining mechanical systems, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with management to ensure effective operations. With exposure to rewarding projects and the potential for career development across various sectors, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in their field.

Benefits

Company Van

Contributory Pension

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification or equivalent in Mechanical Maintenance required.
• Ability to read and translate schematic and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain mechanical apparatus and ancillary equipment.
• Assist management in programming scheduled maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance

Schematic and Technical Drawings

Problem Solving

Utility Sector Experience

Education

Level 3 Qualification in Mechanical Maintenance

Tools

Mechanical Apparatus

Control Equipment

Job description

We are currently seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter to join our team of Mechanical Supervisors and Assistants. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on exciting projects for our largest customers, covering a wide range of areas such as environmental and energy management, plant and infrastructure maintenance, and emergency response.

This is a great opportunity to work on our most high-profile projects and take your career to the next level in a group that’s experiencing major growth. IWS M&E are part of SSI within the South Staffordshire Group – the 3000 employee-strong group behind South Staffs and Cambridge water and a host of other businesses that feed into the utilities sector. You won’t just be joining one business; you’ll be part of a group that can offer you variety and development for the whole of your career!

What’s the role:

• Installing and maintaining a wide range of mechanical apparatus and associated ancillary equipment.
• Undertaking risk assessment and associated paperwork, where required, of the relevant activities to ensure a suitable and effective safe system of work.
• Assisting management in the programming of scheduled maintenance aligned to company requirements.
• Installing and maintaining of water related plants, pipework and associated control equipment.
• liaising with management and general operatives to ascertain any repair and maintenance requirement that arise or need specific prioritisation.
  
  

What you’ll need:

• Level 3 qualification/equivalent or above in Mechanical Maintenance.
• Have the ability to read and translate schematic and technical drawings.
• Experience of working in the utility sector would be an advantage.
• Ability to problem solve and diagnose faults on machinery and equipment.
• A full driving licence and there will be an element of working away with the role as and when required.
  
  

What you’ll get in return:

• Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects.
• The chance to build your career group-wide and truly develop.
• Company Van
• Contributory Pension