Senior Mechanical Craftsperson

Armstrong Fluid Technology; Droitwich Spa; Presencial; GBP 38.000 - 54.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Armstrong Fluid Technology is seeking a Senior Craft Person – Mechanical to join our Droitwich team. You will support assembly, installation and testing of mechanical pipework and plantroom systems, interpreting drawings and specifications with minimal supervision.

You’ll contribute to on-site delivery, problem-solving, and quality control, ensuring tasks meet deadlines and safety standards. This role requires a skilled craftsperson with strong attention to detail.

Qualificações

• Significant experience in mechanical pipework assembly and installation in manufacturing or plantroom environments.
• Experience with steel and stainless-steel pipework.
• Familiar with hydraulic, hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure testing.
• CSCS Card holder and safety-conscious with attention to detail.

Responsabilidades

• Undertake complex mechanical assembly and installation using high-level skills.
• Assemble and install mechanical pipework per drawings and specs.
• Complete prefabricated pipework assemblies using steel and stainless-steel pipework.
• Carry out hydraulic, hydrostatic and pneumatic testing and address issues.
• Support plantroom delivery, site installation, and handover with required documentation.

Conhecimentos

Pipework assembly

HVAC Level 2

Steel piping

Hydraulic testing

Attention to detail

Formação

Building Services/H&V Level 2

Descrição da vaga

Title: Senior Craft Person – Mechanical

Reports to: Production Manager

Imagine working at the forefront of innovation in fluid-flow technology, with over 1,400 colleagues across the globe, and contributing to a legacy of excellence that spans eight manufacturing facilities on four continents. Armstrong Fluid Technology is more than just a leader in our industry; we are a community of the brightest and most creative minds, driven by a shared mission to engineer the future and safeguard our planet.

As part of our team, you'll be immersed in an environment that fosters growth, creativity, and collaboration. Here, you'll have the opportunity to push boundaries, tackle exciting challenges, and develop cutting-edge solutions that promote energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Every day offers the chance to make a meaningful contribution to a more sustainable future, driving innovations that help lower global carbon footprints. Together, we’re creating a legacy that goes beyond business—one that’s changing the world for the better.

As the Senior Craft Person – Mechanical, you will use your expertise to support the successful assembly, installation and testing of mechanical pipework and plantroom systems. You will be expected to use your experience and technical knowledge to carry out complex mechanical work, interpret drawings and work instructions, identify and resolve problems, and ensure work is completed correctly and on time. The role requires a highly skilled and experienced craftsperson who can work with minimal supervision and take ownership of their work from start to finish.

This location is based in Droitwich.

Key Accountabilities:

Mechanical Assembly

• Undertake complex mechanical assembly and installation activities using a high level of practical skill and experience.
• Assemble and install mechanical pipework in accordance with drawings, specifications and work instructions.
• Complete prefabricated pipework assemblies using steel and stainless-steel pipework.
• Work confidently with a range of pipework systems and jointing methods, including screwed, press-fit, grooved, copper soft solder, copper-to-copper brazing, push-fit, solvent weld and compression systems.
• Complete multi-section mechanical plantrooms to the required quality and programme.
• Identify potential issues during assembly and recommend practical solutions.
• Maintain a right-first-time approach to mechanical assembly and workmanship.

Testing & Quality

• Undertake hydraulic, hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure testing of mechanical systems in accordance with approved procedures.
• Identify and resolve issues arising during testing, collaborating with required stakeholders.
• Complete job cards, test certificates and other required documentation accurately.
• Inspect completed work and identify defects or areas requiring correction before work progresses.
• Support the completion of punch lists and ensure mechanical issues are addressed.
• Maintain consistently high standards of workmanship and quality.
• Raise problems and concerns promptly and contribute practical solutions.

Plantroom Delivery & Site Installation

• Support the complete preparation and delivery of mechanical plantrooms.
• Assist with plantroom loading, movement and positioning where required, using power skates and vacuum lifting equipment.
• Support plantroom delivery and positioning at customer sites.
• Undertake mechanical installation, modification, testing and completion activities on site.
• Use your technical experience to resolve mechanical installation challenges encountered during site work.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, other trades, customers and subcontractors to achieve successful project delivery.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should bring:

• Building Services / H&V Level 2 or equivalent qualification.
• Significant experience in mechanical pipework assembly and installation, within a manufacturing, plantroom or construction environment.
• Experience working with steel and stainless-steel pipework.
• Experience with a range of pipework jointing methods, including screwed, press-fit, grooved, soldered, brazed and plastic jointing systems.
• Experience of hydraulic/hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure testing.
• CSCS Card holder.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to changing priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Trained in the use of power skates and vacuum lifting equipment is desirable.

Why Armstrong Fluid Technology?

By joining us, you’ll become part of a global community dedicated to pushing the boundaries of fluid-flow technology. You’ll have endless opportunities to learn, grow, and make a significant impact on the world. Together, we’ll build tomorrow’s solutions today.