Mechanical Fitter

Job Summary by the Career Balance Team:

A well-established company in the Aerospace and Mechanical sector is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to join their team. The ideal candidate will have experience in mechanical fitting or assembly. The role involves producing company products to the required standard and quality, following detailed instructions from drawings and supervisors. Responsibilities include sub-assembly production fitting, component assembly, fabricated assembly, safety compliance, and other duties as required. The candidate should have an engineering background, the ability to interpret drawings, attention to detail, tool proficiency, and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and electrics is advantageous. The position offers competitive salaries and ample career growth opportunities.

Job Description:An exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Fitter to join a well-established company within the Aerospace and Mechanical Sector!

If you have experience in mechanical fitting or assembly, we would love to hear from you.

As a Mechanical Fitter, you will play a pivotal role in producing company products to the required standard and quality, following detailed instructions from drawings and supervisors.
 
Major Tasks:

Engineering Duties: Perform sub-assembly production fitting and final assembly tasks.
Component Assembly: Assemble mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electronic components and sub-assemblies as needed.
Fabricated Assembly: Assist in building fabricated assemblies of varying sizes and complexities from scratch, utilising skills like marking out, cutting, folding, pipe bending, weld joint preparation, hydraulic runs, pneumatic runs, and general production assembly.
Safety Compliance: Strictly adhere to the Company’s Health and safety policies and procedures, prioritising safety for yourself and others by following safety rules.
Additional Responsibilities: Undertake any other duties that may reasonably be expected by the Company.
 
Skills/Experience/Qualifications Required:

Engineering Background: Previous experience in an engineering role.
Drawing Interpretation: Ability to work from manufacturing, general arrangement, and sub-assembly drawings.
Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail and a strong teamwork ethic.
Tool Proficiency: Skill in using various hand and power tools for assembling fabricated components.
Quality Assurance: Verify complete assemblies for alignment, dimensions, and quality.
Vehicle Fabrication (Advantageous): Experience in vehicle fabricating/fitting is advantageous.
Problem Solving: Ability to work independently with strong problem-solving skills and a logical mindset.
Technical Knowledge: Circuitry knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and electrics would be advantageous.
Related Background: A background in Aviation, Military, Marine, or similar industries is advantageous.
 
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to contribute to the production of world-class products. Our client offers competitive salaries, a supportive work environment, and ample career growth and development opportunities.

Location: Stroud
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
Salary: £24,000 – £27,000 DOE
 
To apply, please reach out to Ellis Mears at the Gloucester Pertemps Branch, providing your updated CV and contact details. Location: South West, Stroud