Mechanical Fitter — Field Installations (UK Travel, Accommodation)

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

Job summary

WES, part of the RSE Group, is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to join our Site Services team. You will install, upgrade and refurbish chemical dosing systems across the UK water sector, traveling regularly and working away from home. Accommodation and travel are provided by WES.

Key duties include installing dosing skids, fabricating pipework in plastics, aligning pumps and instrumentation, and reading drawings and P&IDs to ensure compliance with specifications.

Qualifications

• NVQ or Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering, Pipefitting or equivalent.
• Proven mechanical installation experience with plastics.
• Knowledge of Quality, Environmental and Health & Safety processes/procedures.
• Water industry experience is advantageous but not required.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Install new and existing mechanical process equipment including dosing skids and related plant.
• Fabricate and install PVC-U, PP, PE and PVDF pipework systems with valves and supports.
• Install, replace and align pumps, valves, tanks and instrumentation.
• Interpret drawings, P&IDs and installation layouts to ensure work meets spec.
• Perform pressure testing, commissioning support and mechanical inspections.
• Work safely following RAMS and site procedures; maintain high workmanship standards.
• Support other disciplines to ensure on-time project delivery and good communications.
• Maintain site documentation and communicate with supervisors and clients.
• Undertake any other duties relevant to the role to support project delivery.

Skills

Mechanical installation plastics

Read engineering drawings & P&IDs

Quality, Environmental & H&S awareness

Education

NVQ/Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering or Pipefitting

Job description

WES, part of the RSE Group, is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to join our Site Services team. You will install, upgrade and refurbish chemical dosing systems across the UK water sector, traveling regularly and working away from home. Accommodation and travel are provided by WES.

Key duties include installing dosing skids, fabricating pipework in plastics, aligning pumps and instrumentation, and reading drawings and P&IDs to ensure compliance with specifications.