Mechanical Fitter in Whitby

My valued client is seeking a Mechanical Fitter for Surface works at their prestigious project in North Yorkshire. The duties and responsibilities of a Surface Fitter will include but not be limited to:

• Co-operate with all other work stream and operational team members to co-ordinate work efforts and ensure activities are sequenced correctly.
• Repair any failed mechanical equipment for which you are competent to work on under breakdown conditions back to a safe working condition.
• Systematically inspect and test all mechanical equipment to ensure it is maintained in safe working order.
• Provide written reports, each shift, to line management detailing all work carried out with test results and follow up recommendations, recording any tests, inspections and defects.
• Ensure compliance with codes and rules, company instructions, RAMS and working instructions with regards to health and safety.
• Work to manufacturer’s recommendations on all mechanical equipment and systems.
• Carry out examinations under the Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) Scheme for the mine to ensure compliance with legislation.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Either time served apprenticeship in Mechanical Maintenance / Engineering or a minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in the same.
• Experience of working on Mechanical Systems in a mining, tunneling or heavy industry environment.
• Stage 1 & 2 plus accumulator training.
• Mechanical Joint Integrity training MJ 10/18/19.
• Significant experience in a fitter’s role in an operational environment.
• Experience in installation, commissioning, operation testing and maintenance of mechanical equipment (hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, conveying and transport systems, hoses, valves and electrically powered machines etc).
• Relevant hazardous area experience is desirable.
• Experience operating high pressure systems and associated infrastructure and control systems is desirable.
• Have undergone a recognised mechanical training scheme, preferably an approved apprenticeship.
• Evidence of continuing competence development as a fitter.
• Evidence of Safe Isolation of mechanical systems within the scope of your appointment and any applied restriction.
• Broad understanding of PUWER 1998, LOLER 1998 and how this legislation should be applied to mechanical systems within the context of the project.
• Broad understanding of the 2014 Mining Regulations and how they impact your role.
• Undertaken training to establish knowledge of basic mechanical principles.
• Effective communication skills are essential.
• The ability to follow instructions and comply with policies and procedures is essential.

Role is on a 9 on 6 off basis and includes days, afters and nights rotations. More information will be discussed. Role is offered on a permanent basis with competitive salary, company bonus scheme, pension, 4 x death in service benefits and Bupa cover (after 3 months). Candidates must have valid right to work in the UK with no restrictions so either British/Irish Passport or valid Share Code with Leave to remain - Applications without this will be auto rejected.