Mechanical fitter

Job Description

Mechanical Fitter

A well-established engineering organisation operating within the UK water and environmental sector is seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join its growing team.

This company delivers specialist engineering services across infrastructure and environmental sites and is investing heavily in future projects. This presents an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to build a stable, long-term career within a thriving industry.

Bristol, Portsmuth , Oxford , Luton , Hoddesdon , Oxford

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary

• Company van

• Laptop and mobile phone

• Company pension scheme

• Life insurance (4x salary)

• Generous annual leave allowance increasing with length of service

• Mental health and wellbeing support programmes

• Enhanced parental leave

• Clear career progression pathway

• Supportive working environment with a strong work-life balance

Role Overview

The Mechanical Fitter will provide mechanical support across a range of operational projects. The role involves installation, servicing, and repair of mechanical equipment, as well as supporting electrical teams on mechanical aspects of site work.

You will play a key role in maintaining and improving mechanical assets while ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and report project progress, highlighting any work outside of scope

• Test mechanical systems and equipment using appropriate testing devices

• Inspect mechanical systems and components to identify hazards or faults

• Assemble, install, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment using hand and power tools

• Carry out mechanical tasks including pump replacement, screen installation, pipework installation, alignments, valve troubleshooting, and fault finding

• Perform planned preventative maintenance on pumping systems and associated equipment

• Ensure response times and service requirements are met

• Support emergency and shutdown works when required

• Complete point-of-work risk assessments

• Follow and understand risk assessments and method statements

• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and site layouts

Requirements

• GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths

• Completed engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification

• Experience within an engineering or mechanical environment

• CSCS card (or equivalent)

Desirable (not essential):

• EUSR Water & Sewage

• PASMA

• IPAF

• Confined Space (High Risk)

• Abrasive Wheels

• Working knowledge of pumps, pipework, motors, and screening equipment

• Previous experience working in a site-based engineering environment

• Strong work ethic with good communication skills

• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently or as part of a team