Mechanical Fitter

Adept Services Ltd; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Mechanical Fitter.

Our client is a special purpose machinery manufacturer based in Basingstoke.

We are looking to recruit a Mechanical Fitter to work on all aspects of mechanical fitting and hands-on assembly.

Role -

This role reports into the Works Manager and is to assemble and fit various processing machinery as specified via mechanical design in accordance with good engineering and manufacturing practices. This would be across our range of new, used, and hire machinery.

Key responsibilities -

1. To assemble new equipment and machinery in accordance with instructions, engineering drawings, and BOM's.
2. To strip down, clean, overhaul as required, and reassemble hire and used equipment and machinery.
3. Manufacture components as required from time to time, some will require a 'make on assembly' approach.
4. Use of appropriate handheld and powered tools and equipment as necessary in the execution of the tasks.
5. Use of equipment where competent for welding, finishing, polishing, etc.
6. Work to written and verbal manufacturing instructions and complete manufacturing documentation as required and directed.
7. Liaise with supervision and other staff as necessary to ensure efficient and effective build sequencing and to advise on any shortages or opportunities for improvement.
8. Maintain a clean and orderly workplace environment compatible with a busy open workshop environment.
9. Be prepared to attend customer sites from time to time (domestically and internationally) to perform repair and service activities.
10. Undertake other activities to assist in other areas as directed from time to time.

Qualifications -

1. Ideally apprentice served, or trained and educated in mechanical engineering.
2. A minimum of 5 years' experience in assembling mechanical equipment and machinery.
3. Capable and confident in working with minimal supervision.
4. City & Guilds - Craft NVQ Level 2 / 3 - Engineering.
5. Driving license, passport, and a willingness to travel to undertake occasional short-term site assignments.

Working Hours:
39hrs - Monday - Thursday 07:00 - 16:00, Friday 07:00 - 12:00, overtime often available.

To discuss the role and company and opportunity in more detail, please send your CV via CV library and we will call you with more information.