Semi-Skilled Mechanical Fitter

Allstaff; Bedford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Bedford is seeking a Semi-Skilled Mechanical Fitter for a full-time permanent position. The role involves hydrostatic testing, fettling of pump components, and requires previous experience in mechanical assembly. Candidates must be certified for forklifts and overhead cranes. Competitive salary between £30,000 and £35,000 per annum is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a similar mechanical assembly environment.
• Experience working in a light-medium mechanical engineering operation.

Responsibilities

• Organising and output of the hydrostatic testing and fettling area.
• Pressure testing of various pump components.
• Fettling of small and large pump components.

Skills

Experience in mechanical assembly

Pressure testing experience

Reading engineering drawings

Good communication skills

Education

Forklift and overhead crane certifications

Job description

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Semi-Skilled Mechanical Fitter based in Bedford to join one of our clients on a full-time permanent basis.

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum
Location: Bedford
Type of Contract: Permanent
Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:15am - 4:45pm, Fridays 8:15am - 1:45pm

Our client is a global engineering company that has seen continuous growth for several decades.

Responsibilities

• Organising and output of the hydrostatic testing and fettling area.
• Pressure testing of various pump components.
• Hydrostatic pressure testing.
• Fettling of small and large pump components as well as impellers.
• Use of overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Sub-assembly of components, settling or painting process.

Requirements

• Experience working in a similar mechanical assembly environment.
• Experience working in a light-medium mechanical engineering operation.
• Pressure testing experience or similar.
• Experience in reading engineering drawings, manufacturing and quality checklists.
• Forklift and overhead crane certifications.
• Good communication skills.

Allstaff Recruitment are an Independent Recruitment Specialist based in Bedfordshire who work on behalf of companies across Bedford, Milton Keynes and surrounds to fill their vacancies and meet their recruitment needs. We place candidates in permanent, temporary and contract roles across a number of industry sectors.

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Thank you for your interest in the Semi-Skilled Mechanical Fitter role. One of our qualified Recruitment Specialists will now review your application. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is with regret that we are unable to respond to all candidates directly. However, if you do not hear from us within seven days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful on this occasion.