Mechanical Fitter (Rotational Equipment)

Acorn-By-Synergie; Clydach; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Job summary

Vale Europe is recruiting Mechanical Maintenance Technicians for ongoing roles at the Mond Nickel Refinery in Clydach, Swansea. The role offers a starting salary of £37,893 per annum, rising to £40,121 with training and overtime opportunities.

Employees benefit from enhanced overtime at 1.75x and a 10% annual performance bonus. A long-term, stable position with full site orientation and support from experienced teams is available.

Qualifications

• Completed a recognised apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering.
• Demonstrable experience in a heavy industry or manufacturing environment.
• In-depth knowledge of rotational and mechanical equipment.
• Competent in basic machining operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled mechanical maintenance.
• Respond to plant breakdowns during working hours and as part of an on-call rota.
• Work with pumps, motors, conveyors, belts and drives.
• Machine basic engineering parts using lathes, milling machines and centre bores.
• Maintain a strong focus on health and safety compliance.

Skills

Rotational equipment knowledge

Machining operations

Health and safety

Education

Formal apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Lathe

Milling machine

Centre bore

Job description

Mechanical Fitter (Rotational Equipment) (BBBH29129) Swansea, Wales

Salary: GBP19.43 - GBP20.58 per hour + Bonus, Overtime

Mechanical Maintenance Technician | Mechanical Maintenance Engineer | Mechanical Technician | Mechanical Engineer

Clydach, Swansea | £37,893-£40,121 per annum + overtime + 10% annual bonus | Full-Time | Monday–Friday + On-call Rota | Ongoing Contract

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting Mechanical Maintenance Technicians on behalf of our prestigious client, Vale Europe, for ongoing positions at their world renowned Mond Nickel Refinery in Clydach, Swansea.

Celebrating 125 years of operation, the Mond Nickel Refinery is one of the world’s leading nickel refineries. Owned and operated by Vale Europe, part of one of the largest global mining companies, this is a fantastic opportunity to work in a stable, safety driven and world class engineering environment.

What We Offer

Starting salary of £37,893 per annum, rising to £40,121 after the initial training period.

Enhanced overtime rates paid at 1.75x.

10% annual performance bonus.

Potential for significantly higher earnings during shutdowns and call-ins.

Stable, long-term opportunity with a globally recognised employer.

Full site orientation and support from experienced engineering teams.

Key Duties

Perform scheduled and unscheduled mechanical maintenance.

Respond to plant breakdowns during working hours and as part of an on-call rota.

Work with a wide range of mechanical systems and equipment, including pumps, motors, conveyors, belts and drives.

Machine basic engineering parts using lathes, milling machines and centre bores.

Maintain a strong focus on health and safety compliance.

Wear Breathing Apparatus and work in confined spaces or at height, as required.

Requirements

Completed a recognised apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering.

Demonstrable experience in a heavy industry or manufacturing environment.

In-depth knowledge of rotational and mechanical equipment.

Competent in basic machining operations.

Full UK driving licence.

Willingness and ability to work in confined spaces and at height.

Flexibility to participate in an on-call rota.