Shift Fitter

Sandvik; Neath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Shift Mechanical Fitter to join their Engineering team. This role involves performing mechanical work on site equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and participating in planned shutdowns. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering, hold a trade apprenticeship, and possess good IT skills. This position operates on a 3-shift pattern, providing an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic engineering environment while enhancing productivity and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in mechanical engineering.
• Trade apprenticeship with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform all required mechanical work on site equipment.
• Comply with Standard Working Practices and permits.
• Monitor Engineering Requests and execute tasks.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

IT Literacy

COMPEX

Education

Trade Apprenticeship

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Shift Mechanical Fitter

Sandvik is a global, high-tech, engineering group providing solutions that enhance productivity, profitability, and sustainability for the manufacturing, mining, and infrastructure industries.

In our Additive Manufacturing business, we offer the widest alloy range of metal powders on the market, under the world-renowned Osprey brand, as well as a Controlled Expansion (CE) Alloys product range.

We are currently seeking a Shift Mechanical Fitter to join our Engineering team.

About You

You should have demonstrable experience in mechanical engineering and hold a trade apprenticeship with a minimum of NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in engineering. The main focus of this role will be to perform mechanical work on site equipment. Training will be provided. Experience with COMPEX and a good level of IT literacy would be advantageous.

This role is based at our manufacturing site in Neath and operates on a 3-shift pattern, 5 days per week, including mornings, afternoons, and nights.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Perform all required mechanical work.
2. Comply with all Standard Working Practices (SWPs) and permits to work where applicable.
3. Monitor Engineering Requests (ERs) and execute appropriate tasks.
4. Conduct plant checks as defined.
5. Participate in planned shutdowns when necessary.
6. Be available to attend the work site outside normal hours to address safety, security, or equipment breakdown issues.
7. Participate in the Engineering call-out system.
8. Follow company and engineering quality procedures.

We value diversity and aim to attract, develop, and retain talented individuals from all backgrounds. We believe that diversity in experience, perspective, and background fosters a better environment for our employees, our business, and our customers.