Mechanical Fitter / Electro-Mechanical Assembler - Cheltenham

Owen Daniels; Greet; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks a Mechanical Fitter / Electro-Mechanical Assembler for permanent employment near Cheltenham. Responsibilities include assembly and installation of machinery, requiring travel to client sites in the USA and Canada. The candidate should have experience in mechanical and electromechanical assembly and be open to learning. Attractive benefits include overtime pay, a contributory pension scheme, and private health insurance.

Benefits

Overtime at 1.5x hourly rate

Travel expenses to USA and Canada

Uniform provided

Bonuses and awards

Contributory Pension Scheme

21 days holiday plus statutory holidays

Private Health Insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience gained within a Mechanical Assembly and/or Electromechanical Assembly role.
• Good use of hand tools and power tools, with a focus on detail and accuracy.
• Open to learning new skills such as electrical control systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct the assembly and installation of industrial machinery and conveyors.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Travel to client sites in the US and Canada.

Skills

Mechanical Assembly

Electromechanical Assembly

Hand tools and power tools usage

Ability to read engineering drawings

Flexibility to travel

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Role: Mechanical Fitter / Electro-Mechanical Assembler

Location: Cheltenham - Travel required to US & Canada (All expenses paid)

Salary: £15.00 to £17.50 P/H + OT x 1.5 base rate - Permanent Employment

Industry: Special Purpose Machinery & Conveyor Systems

Due to continued growth and success, my client requires 2 x Electro-Mechanical Fitter / Mechanical Fitter to join their business on a permanent employment basis, based at their site near Cheltenham.

As the Mechanical Fitter / Electro-Mechanical Fitter, you will be responsible for mechanical assembly of conveyor systems and automation machinery, as well as the installation of special purpose machinery and associated control systems on customer sites which will be across Europe, USA and Canada.

Responsibilities

• Conduct the assembly and installation of industrial machinery and conveyors
• Use general hand tools and power tools for assembly and fitting
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and able to follow written instructions
• Working in hygienic environments and to health and safety requirements
• Previous experience of working with electric, pneumatic systems and valves
• Travel to client sites in the US and Canada. Travel is expected around 5 times a year for 2 to 3 weeks at a time.

Skills & Experience Requirements

• Experience gained within a Mechanical Assembly and/or Electromechanical Assembly role
• Experience of mid-size mechanical assemblies
• Good use of hand tools and power tools, with eye for detail and accuracy.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Open to learning new skills such as electrical control systems
• Flexibility to travel and work away from home - typically up to 2 weeks at a time
• Full UK driving licence
• Be able to enter the USA and Canada with no restriction.

Benefits

• Overtime at 1.5x hourly rate (after 40-hour standard week)
• Travel to USA and Canada - All expenses and accommodation arranged
• Uniform provided
• Bonuses and awards
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• 21 days holiday per annum plus statutory holidays with additional holiday for long service
• Private Health Insurance for family
• Cycle to work scheme

If you have proven Mechanical Assembly, Fitting and Installation skills, and are free to travel internationally for 2 to 3 weeks at a time, then this is a great opportunity to join a thriving business. Please apply with your latest CV or call Steve Powell at Owen Daniels recruitment to find out more.