Assembly Fitter

Wärtsilä Corporation; Havant; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000

Job description

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and a more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?

We are now looking for a Assembly Fitter to join our team working for a better future. The position is permanent and the preferred location for the position is in Havant, UK.

This role would suit someone with experience with hydraulics, industrial pipe fitting, heavy mechanical assembly, high pressure testing (air and water), and assembly and process testing of composite and metal work assemblies.

As Assembly Fitter, your work will focus on these responsibilities:

• Assembly of heavy duty shaftline seals
  • Positioning, assembly, and alignment of large multi-component seals using hand tools and lifting equipment
  • Testing of large multi-component assemblies – High pressure water and air
  • Ensuring all assemblies meet drawing specifications - Torque settings/alignment/test results
  • Support engineering in development assembly and testing
  • Cut/bond and assemble rubber components
• Work collaboratively with manufacturing engineering teams to resolve non-conforming product
• Communicate with all ops teams to ensure proactive actions are taken to meet OTIF.
• Continuous improvement relating to process assessment and review.
• All duties carried out to be done in a safe manner following H&S safety procedures.
• Support stores and packing teams in line with business demand.
• Rubber parts to be cut/bonded to spec.
• Work between Assembly/Rubber and Stores operations, driven by business demand/workload requirements.
• MAIN AND PRIMARY ROLE: Assembly/Rubber duties require the assembling and testing of seals to drawing specification, and cut/bond rubber parts.

To be successful in this role, we expect you to have:

• Experience/background of working in a production/engineering environment is essential.
• Understand Health & Safety environment/procedures.
• Mechanical/assembly aptitude.
• Read and understand drawings is essential.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers.
• Flexibility to work across Logistics Operations teams.
• Safety awareness.
• Ideally educated to college standard or solid experience working in manufacturing industry.
• Industry standard computer packages (Microsoft / MRP systems).
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Understanding of mechanical engineering and assembly process disciplines.
• Strong experience of working to and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Working with high pressure test machinery (air and water).

Why you and us?

We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership, and taking responsibility for our work. We support each other’s growth and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have the courage to see opportunities and take initiative. We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe that by being your own true self you can accomplish so much more. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, where you can feel safe and cared for. Are you eager to be part of this ambition?

Contact & next steps

We hope to hear from you soon, by submitting your application through our careers portal. For further questions please reach out to Jess Baxter, Talent Acquisition Partner, through email [e-mail] with any questions related to this position (NO AGENCIES - Only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to).

Welcome to join us in shaping the decarbonisation of marine and energy!