Mechanical Fitter in Nottingham

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

Job summary

A leading water sector specialist in the UK is seeking Mechanical Fitters to work on water treatment sites. Candidates should have experience with sewage treatment plants and heavy plant machinery. The role involves installing and maintaining mechanical equipment, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. This is a van-based role offering competitive pay around £16.50 per hour and opportunities for overtime.

Benefits

Van provided

Additional uplift for working away from home

OT available, paid at increased rates

Qualifications

• Experience working on sewage treatment plants and pumping stations.
• Ability to manage and uphold the use of a company van.
• First Aid Trained (desired) and Confined Space (desired).

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain mechanical equipment like pumps, motors, and valves.
• Fit and install steel support systems as required.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety procedures.

Skills

Competency with remedial/servicing work on heavy plant machinery

Installation and maintenance of mechanical equipment

Troubleshooting and fault-finding skills

Health and safety compliance

Education

Formal Mechanical Qualifications or recognised apprenticeship

Tools

CSCS Card

UK Driving Licence

Job description

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Our client, a leading water sector specialist is seeking Mechanical Fitters to work in the water industry. Ideally candidates will have previous water sector experience, but the client will also consider candidates with a relevant industrial background and experience working on plant equipment/assets.

Sponsorship cannot be offered for this role, applicants must have full RTW in the UK.

This is a van based role, primarily based in the East Midlands.

Package Details

£16.50p/hour

Role is paid door‑door

Additional uplift for working away from home

OT available, paid at x1.5 up to Saturday noon. paid at x2 thereafter

Van provided

Site hours 7-3, salary based on a 40 hour working week

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain mechanical equipment, including pumps, motors, gearboxes, valves and bearings.
• Fit and install steel support systems as needed.
• Troubleshoot and perform fault‑finding on mechanical equipment.
• Assist electricians or civil engineers with tasks as required.
• Ensure compliance with all Health and Safety procedures and company policies, including following Safe Systems of Work and Risk Assessments on‑site.
• Understand and sign all CPP/RAMS documentation before starting work on‑site.
• Always prioritise safety, keeping both personal and team safety in mind.
• Manage and take responsibility for the use and upkeep of a company van.
• Be prepared for occasional travel away from home.
• Perform other general mechanical duties as assigned.

Candidate Requirements

As this role is working on water treatment sites, ideally you will have relevant experience of sewage treatment plants, pumping stations, and clean water sites.

Candidates must be competent with remedial/servicing work on heavy plant machinery and mechanical assets, including but not limited to gearboxes, motors, pumps, valves, and bearings.

Formal Mechanical Qualifications or recognised apprenticeship.

• CSCS Card (Essential)
• UK Driving Licence (Essential)
• Confined Space (Desired)
• First Aid Trained (Desired)
• EUSR Water Hygiene (Desired)

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