Mechanical Fitter in Kingswood

Position: Mechanical Fitter

Location: Bristol

Salary: £29250 to £35100 per annum

Type of position: permanent

Working hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday

Benefits: 37.5 hours per week/ flex start and finish, 25 days holiday plus recognised public holidays, On-site parking, Company pension scheme, Cycle2Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme

We are now seeking to recruit a Mechanical Fitter for a busy manufacturing company based in Bristol. The appropriate candidate will be working on various mechanical fitting projects including precision fitting, fabrication and assembly of metal components

Responsibilities

• Fit and Fabricate metal components and structures according to specifications and drawings.
• Read and interpret Engineering drawings, diagrams, and specifications to ensure accurate fabrication and production.
• Operate various metal working equipment, including cutting machines, vertical drilling, bending machines and grinders.
• Assemble and install mechanical components and structures.
• Perform quality control checks to ensure components parts and assembles meet specifications and standards.
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure efficient project completion.
• Good engineering drawing reading skills.
• Fabrication skills, material cutting, bending, marking out etc.
• Fitting skills.
• Measurements using engineering measurement instruments such as Engineers Square, Vernier Calliper, Micrometre, gauges, DTI, Angle Finder etc…

Requirements

• City & Guilds or NVQ in Fitting and Fabrication to level 2 or equivalent
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures
• Proven track record of producing high-quality mechanical components.
• Strong knowledge of precision fitting and fabricating techniques, including the use of measuring equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret Engineering drawings, diagrams, and specifications
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Physical stamina to work in a fast-paced changing environment.
• Preferable but non-essential to have vehicle body building experience.
• Experience in welding techniques also advantageous