Mechanical Fitter in Eastbourne, East Sussex

Energy Jobline CVL; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to join their team in Eastbourne. This permanent position offers a competitive hourly rate of £19–£23, depending on experience. The successful candidate will perform mechanical installations and repairs primarily within the water utilities sector. Candidates must have industry experience, relevant qualifications, and a full UK driving licence. Benefits include a van & fuel card, overtime, bonuses, and 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

Benefits

Van & Fuel Card

Private use of van

Overtime

Discretionary bonuses

Pension

Wellness plan

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Training & development

Qualifications

• Experience in the water industry is essential.
• Must hold a full mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent qualifications.
• CSCS Card and Full UK Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Follow company's policies and health & safety procedures.
• Perform mechanical installations & repairs.
• Read and understand 2D/3D design drawings.

Skills

Water industry experience

Full mechanical apprenticeship or qualifications

CSCS Card

Understanding of Engineering drawings

Ability to work independently

Excellent interpersonal communication skills

Understanding of Health and Safety

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

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Overview

We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Fitter on behalf of a bespoke electrical and mechanical engineering company who manage the complete mechanical engineering process including design, manufacture and commissioning. They mainly work within Water Utilities. Operating over 35 years, they are a family owned organisation who have gained a reputable name within the industry for their high-quality work and excellent customer service. They have a client base which boasts some of the biggest names in the engineering sector. Mainly working within the Waste Water and Clean Water industries they provide a range of services including surveying through to design, fabrication, installation and implementation. The Fitter will hold a technical role within the company and should set examples of excellent conduct and professionalism. For individual projects, they will report to the assigned Project Manager. This is a permanent position, covering Eastbourne, Working Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 4:30pm. The pay rate is £19 – £23 per hour depending on experience. Perks include Van & Fuel Card, private use of van, door to door travel, overtime, discretionary bonuses, pension, wellness plan, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, training & development etc.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Companies Policies, Procedures & Legal Practices.
• Adhere to the Companies Health & Safety Policies & Procedures.
• Adhere to the Companies Quality Management system.
• Adhere to the site‑specific rules & regulations & leave sites clean & tidy.
• Follow, read & sign the RAMS (Risk & Method Statements).
• Read, understand and follow design drawings 2D/3D.
• Perform Mechanical Installations & Repairs including Pumps, Fans & Gearboxes.
• Handle General Steel Work, Handrail, CAT Ladders, Platforms.

Skills & Attributes

• Water industry experience.
• Full mechanical apprenticeship or qualifications.
• CSCS Card.
• Understand Engineering drawings.
• Ability to work independently and unsupervised.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent understanding of Health and Safety.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

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