Mechanical Fitter

Mechanical Fitter - Electrical Bias -Chester and surrounding area- Permanent - -30,406 (with approx -4000 for overtime and standby hours)

We have teamed up with a leading utilities provider who are requiring a Mechanical Fitter for an immediate start. You will be working as part of a closely knit team and you will be carrying out scheduled maintenance on various sites. This is an opportunity to play a part in maintaining a vital source and to broaden your engineering horizons. This is an opportunity to get established in a employee focused environment where you will have the opportunity to be trained and enhance your skills.

What you will be doing

• Inspecting, repairing, installing and testing mechanical and e and electrical equipment in order to ensure legislative standards are met.
• Carrying out assessment of spares and materials required to complete work effectively.
• Using a mobile device to record all work details and all accounted for time.

• Proactively identifying and preventing failures in a timely manner

• Travelling from site to site in the North East, as required performing maintenance

• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings of various equipment to ensure correct tolerance and fits are maintained for efficient plant operation.

What you will bring to the role

• A recognised apprenticeship in mechanical engineering awarded with an NVQ Level 3 qualification
• A background in the water industry or heavy industry environment would be ideal
• A clean driving license

What you will get in return:-

• Monday to Friday with no evenings
• A salary from -30,406 with potential to increase earnings by undertaking standby shifts and overtime (approx -4000)
• Company vehicle
• 33 days holiday a year

if you have an mechanical bias and a full, clean driving licence please express your interest.