Trainee Mechanical Fitter

Kaminsky Consulting; Brighouse; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Trainee Mechanical Fitter with a globally recognized engineering firm. This role offers a pathway to develop your skills in a supportive environment, with full training provided to achieve NVQ Level 3 qualification. You'll be involved in the assembly and testing of industrial gearboxes, contributing to essential services across various industries. With a competitive starting salary and generous holiday allowance, this position is perfect for those eager to embark on a rewarding career in engineering. Join a team that values growth and innovation, and take the first step towards becoming a skilled engineer!

Benefits

33 Holidays

9% Pension

Paid Medical Leave

Full internal training

Funded NVQ Level 3 qualification

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar engineering or manufacturing role is ideal but not essential.
• A flexible approach with a strong desire to learn new skills is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Picking and assembling components for the Fitting department.
• Dismantling and testing industrial gearboxes for service and repair.

Skills

Engineering experience

Manufacturing knowledge

Positive attitude

Flexibility

Desire to learn

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering

Job description

Full NVQ Level 3 Training + 33 Holidays + 9% Pension + 12PM Finish on Fridays + Paid Medical Leave

This Trainee Mechanical Fitter role will allow the successful individual to join a globally operating engineering business who are currently expanding their team & services.

Employing over 3000 across the world, this impressive manufacturing & engineering organisation specialise in the manufacture, service and maintenance of industrial rotating equipment and offer their services to a variety of industries including Oil & Gas, Power Generation and Steel/Metal processing.

This employer is based in ELLAND, just a few miles from the M62, meaning the successful Trainee Mechanical Fitter will easily be able to commute from surrounding towns & cities including Huddersfield, Halifax, Bradford, Wakefield, Oldham, Rochdale, Dewsbury and Leeds.

Key Responsibilities of the Trainee Mechanical Fitter:

• Picking, kitting and pressing components and parts to ensure that the Fitting department are able to carry out their work
• Building & assembling sub-assemblies of industrial gearboxes
• Dismantling industrial gearboxes and preparing internal components for service, repair & overhaul
• Carrying out final testing of completed gearboxes, ensuring that they are able to operate at the required level

For the Trainee Mechanical Fitter position, we are keen to receive applications from individuals who possess:

• IDEAL NOT ESSENTIAL: Experience working in a similar position, within an Engineering, Manufacturing or Industrial environment
• A positive & flexible approach to work, with the desire to learn new skills and potentially become a skilled Engineer in the future

Working Hours of the Trainee Mechanical Fitter:
37 Per week spread across a regular day shift:

• Monday to Wednesday - 07:30 to 16:15
• Thursday - 07:30 to 15:45
• Friday - 07:30 to 12:00

Regular overtime available midweek and on weekends

On offer to the Trainee Mechanical Fitter:

• Starting Salary: Between £26,000.00 - £28,000.00 - Rising to £33,500.00 once fully trained
• Holiday Allowance: 33 Days including public holidays
• Paid Personal Leave: 8 Hours per year (for medical & personal use)
• Pension Contribution: 9% Combined (5% employee / 4% employer)
• Full internal training and funded NVQ Level 3 qualification
• Permanent & full time employment with a globally operating organisation

To apply for the Trainee Mechanical Fitter position, please click 'Apply Now' and attach a copy of your CV. Alternatively, please contact Callum Good at E3 Recruitment for more information.