Mechanical Fitter – Hospital M&E Installations (Site-Based)

Dalkia; Coleshill Heath; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Dalkia UK is recruiting Mechanical Fitters to join the Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital project as part of our national talent pool. You will install mechanical building services to design drawings and contract specs, while mentoring apprentices and following strict safety standards.

The role requires Craft/Technician level H&V knowledge, a Level 3 VQ in Mechanical/H&V, and strong communication skills. Typical hours are 07:30–18:00 with overtime potential; site lodging for away work is included

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of Mechanical (H&V) installation to Craftsman/Technician Level 3, in line with BESA standards of training.
• Relevant VQ Level 3 qualification in a Mechanical/H&V discipline, in line with recognised industry standards
• Ideally 5+ years' Building Services construction site experience in a project-based environment
• Sound knowledge of health, safety and environmental systems and procedures
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work unsupervised and as part of a team
• A positive, proactive approach and a strong focus on health and safety
• Good general standard of education (GCSE level Maths, English and ICT desirable)
• IPAF Preferable

Responsibilities

• Carry out a Point of Work Risk Assessment (POWRA) at the beginning of each day and on any task change
• Attend, contribute to and implement the safety and health guidance from Toolbox Talks (TBT) and Daily Action Briefs (DAB)
• Install to design drawings and contract specifications, working to exacting quality standards
• Keep working areas free of waste and safe to work in
• Ensure materials are available to the wider trade team through the site supervisor
• Demonstrate correct and safe use of site tools and equipment
• Work to the disciplines of the project's plans and schedules
• Support and guide apprentices and less experienced operatives where required
• Undertake any other duties that reasonably occur on site

Skills

Mechanical H&V installation

Teamwork

Health & safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

VQ Level 3 Mechanical/H&V

Tools

IPAF

Job description

Dalkia UK is recruiting Mechanical Fitters to join the Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital project as part of our national talent pool. You will install mechanical building services to design drawings and contract specs, while mentoring apprentices and following strict safety standards.

The role requires Craft/Technician level H&V knowledge, a Level 3 VQ in Mechanical/H&V, and strong communication skills. Typical hours are 07:30–18:00 with overtime potential; site lodging for away work is included