Fitter

Job post summary

Pay:£30,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

The Role:
\n We are looking for a hands-on, multi-skilled Fitter to join our busy Assembly Team on a permanent basis. You will be responsible for the final assembly and fit-out of heavy steel fuel tanks and bowsers to exacting specifications.

Your day-to-day will include:

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• Mechanical Assembly:Fitting components, sub-assemblies, and hardware to steel fabrications.
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• Electrical Installation:Wiring and terminating single and three-phase ancillary systems (pumps, motors, control panels, lighting).
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• Plumbing & Pipefitting:Installing fuel lines, valves, and pipework this is a critical requirement for this role.
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• Testing & Inspection:Pressure testing, electrical continuity testing, and final quality inspections to ensure \"right-first-time\" quality.
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• Problem-Solving:Interpreting engineering drawings to resolve fitment issues on the fly.
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Your hours:Monday Friday, 8:00 am 5:00 pm (30-min lunch two breaks). Flexibility to work overtime during busy periods is essential.

About You:
\n You are a time-served fitter or have significant experience in a heavy engineering, agricultural, plant, or automotive assembly environment. You are comfortable working with large steel structures and thrive in a fast-paced production environment.

Essential Skills & Experience:

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• Mechanical:Proven background in mechanical assembly and fitting of heavy components.
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• Electrical:Competent working with single-phase and three-phase electrical systems (wiring, fault-finding, and terminating).
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• Plumbing/Pipefitting:Experience with threaded pipework, compression fittings, and fuel/oil lines.
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• Full UK Driving Licence and own transport (due to our location).
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• Strong awareness of Health & Safety practices in a workshop environment.
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Desirable (but not essential):

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• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and schematics.
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• Computer-literate (MS Office) for recording job completions and test results.
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• Experience with fuel systems or ATEX-rated equipment.
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• FLT or Overhead Crane licence.
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