Semi Skilled Mechanical Fitter

Semi-Skilled Mechanical Fitter
Location: Bedford
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £35,000 - £42,000, dependent on experience
About the RoleWe are seeking a motivated and hands-on Semi-Skilled Mechanical Fitter to join a busy Hydrostatic Testing and Fettling Department within a leading engineering and manufacturing environment.
Reporting to the Operations Manager, you'll play a key role in the organisation, testing and preparation of pump components, ensuring production schedules and quality standards are met. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a mechanical background who enjoys practical work and wants to develop their skills within a supportive workshop environment.
In addition to day-to-day testing and fettling activities, you will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and help maintain a safe, clean and efficient workplace.
Key Responsibilities

• Carry out hydrostatic (pressure) testing of pump components in line with production schedules and build requirements.
• Identify and resolve issues during testing using a practical and proactive approach.
• Perform fettling of small and large pump components, preparing them for the next stage of production.
• Shape and finish impellers and other components using a variety of hand-held power tools.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, checklists and visual aids.
• Complete dimensional inspection records, pressure test reports and quality documentation accurately.
• Operate overhead cranes and forklift trucks to move large or heavy components safely around the workshop.
• Load and unload deliveries and dispatch vehicles when required.
• Support the Pump Assembly Team with component sub-assemblies, painting and fettling activities as needed.
• Assist with the construction and removal of bespoke test assemblies.
• Follow all Health, Safety, Environmental and Welfare procedures at all times.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties required to support workshop operations.

• Previous experience within a mechanical assembly, fitting or manufacturing environment.
• Experience working to production schedules and deadlines.
• Pressure testing experience or similar mechanical testing experience is desirable.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience completing manufacturing, inspection and quality-related documentation.
• Overhead Crane certification is advantageous (training can be provided).
• Forklift Truck certification is advantageous (training can be provided).
• Good understanding of health and safety within a workshop or manufacturing environment.

• Mechanically minded with strong practical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and under minimal supervision.
• A proactive approach with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Reliable, trustworthy and dependable.
• Strong team player with a positive attitude.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Committed to quality, safety and continuous improvement.
• Able to work effectively to deadlines and production targets.

• Permanent, full-time opportunity.
• Competitive salary.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to work on specialist engineering products.
• Career progression within a well-established manufacturing business.