Mechanical Fitter: Hydraulic & Assembly Specialist

Pertemps Telford; Dawley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Telford is seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter for an established engineering business in Telford. This full-time, temporary contract role pays £16 to £18 per hour, dependent on experience.

Working hours are 08:00 to 16:45, Monday to Friday, with an early finish on Fridays and overtime available. Your duties include assembling mechanical components and machinery from engineering drawings and hydraulic schematics, fitting and installing hydraulic components and pipework, and

Qualifications

• Recognised apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience in mechanical fitting in a manufacturing/engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical fitting and assembly of machinery and components.
• Installation of hydraulic components and pipework.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and hydraulic schematics.
• Using a variety of engineering hand and power tools.
• Producing high-quality work within agreed production timescales.
• Reporting material shortages or production issues.
• Maintaining a safe and organised working environment.
• Completing general workshop duties as required.
• Keeping accurate records and timesheets.
• Assisting with forklift and overhead crane operations where required.
• Supporting and mentoring apprentices when needed.
• Working with Health & Safety and Quality procedures.
• Undertaking any other reasonable duties requested by management.

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

Hydraulic schematics

Hand tools

Power tools

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Overtime flexibility

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Engineering hand tools

Hydraulic testing equipment

Job description

Pertemps Telford is seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter for an established engineering business in Telford. This full-time, temporary contract role pays £16 to £18 per hour, dependent on experience.

Working hours are 08:00 to 16:45, Monday to Friday, with an early finish on Fridays and overtime available. Your duties include assembling mechanical components and machinery from engineering drawings and hydraulic schematics, fitting and installing hydraulic components and pipework, and