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Small Tools Fitter

Interaction Recruitment

England

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GBP 27,000 - 28,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Small Tools Fitter to join their dynamic team in Reading. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills with comprehensive training and internal progression routes. As a Small Tools Fitter, you will diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring optimal performance of equipment. Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for career growth, including substantial salary increases as you advance. If you have a background in automotive or mechanical fitting and are eager to lead a team, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

22 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays
Overtime paid at 1.5x
Salary Sacrifice Scheme for additional leave
Comprehensive training and development
Internal progression opportunities

Qualifications

  • Experience in automotive or mechanical fitting is essential.
  • Desire to lead and manage a team is highly valued.

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Conduct maintenance and repairs on various small tools.
  • Provide training and support to clients' staff.

Skills

Mechanical fitting
Electrical fault finding
Hydraulic systems troubleshooting
Team leadership

Education

NVQ in Automotive Engineering
City and Guilds in Automotive Engineering

Tools

Small tools (saws, drills, mini diggers)

Job description

Job Role: Small Tools Fitter
Location: Reading, Berkshire
Salary: £27,000-£28,000 (Overtime Available + Full training)
Hours: Monday-Friday 07.00-16.30
Job Type: Full time, Permanent

The Client:
Interaction Technical have partnered with a well-established and National plant hire firm to support the growth of their team. Our client, who have been established for over 50 years, have reached a stage of growth where they are looking to onboard & train engineers from either a plant, HGV, Automotive or Agricultural background to the team. They offer a comprehensive training scheme alongside relative internal progression routes.

The package:

  1. 22 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays / Increasing by 1 day for every year of service (25 overall)
  2. All overtime over 8 hours per day is paid at 1.5x
  3. Salary Sacrifice Scheme for an addition 5 days annual leave per annum
  4. Full training & development with a focus on internal progression, route is as follows: (Workshop/Mobile Engineer > Lead Engineer > Hiring Manager > Site Manager > Regional Manager)
  5. Opportunity to develop into a workshop or mobile fitter in the near future
  6. All of the above promotions accompany substantial increases in salary and benefits.

The Responsibilities:

  1. Diagnose complex technical issues and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
  2. Carry out maintenance and repairs on an array of small tools (saws, drills, mini diggers etc)
  3. Complete further training surrounding the wider kit list.
  4. Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance.
  5. Offer training and support to clients' staff on machinery operation and maintenance best practices.
  6. Keep detailed records of service activities, parts used, and work completed for accurate reporting.
  7. Communicate effectively with the in-house engineering team to provide feedback and improve product performance.

The Requirements:

  1. Previous experience working within the automotive industry or hold experience with mechanical fitting
  2. Experience working on engines would be advantageous
  3. Electrical and/or Mechanical fault finding, repair & service experience
  4. A desire to lead, manage and grow a team of your own
  5. Relevant qualifications NVQ or City and Guilds in any automotive engineering (advantageous)
  6. Open for full training and development within the plant industry
  7. Full UK Drivers License
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