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Job Title: Fitter
Job post summary
Pay:£30,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
The Role:
We are looking for a hands-on, multi-skilled Fitter to join our busy Assembly Team on a permanent basis. You will be responsible for the final assembly and fit-out of heavy steel fuel tanks and bowsers to exacting specifications.
Your day-to-day will include:
- Mechanical Assembly:Fitting components, sub-assemblies, and hardware to steel fabrications.
- Electrical Installation:Wiring and terminating single and three-phase ancillary systems (pumps, motors, control panels, lighting).
- Plumbing & Pipefitting:Installing fuel lines, valves, and pipework this is a critical requirement for this role.
- Testing & Inspection:Pressure testing, electrical continuity testing, and final quality inspections to ensure "right-first-time" quality.
- Problem-Solving:Interpreting engineering drawings to resolve fitment issues on the fly.
Your hours: Monday Friday, 8:00 am 5:00 pm (30-min lunch two breaks). Flexibility to work overtime during busy periods is essential.
About You:
You are a time-served fitter or have significant experience in a heavy engineering, agricultural, plant, or automotive assembly environment. You are comfortable working with large steel structures and thrive in a fast-paced production environment.
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Mechanical:Proven background in mechanical assembly and fitting of heavy components.
- Electrical:Competent working with single-phase and three-phase electrical systems (wiring, fault-finding, and terminating).
- Plumbing/Pipefitting:Experience with threaded pipework, compression fittings, and fuel/oil lines.
- Full UK Driving Licence and own transport (due to our location).
- Strong awareness of Health & Safety practices in a workshop environment.
Desirable (but not essential):
- Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and schematics.
- Computer-literate (MS Office) for recording job completions and test results.
- Experience with fuel systems or ATEX-rated equipment. xgikmsk
- FLT or Overhead Crane licence.
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Mechanical Fitter in Jedburgh employer: Orion
Join a dynamic and innovative R&D team in Rugby, where your expertise as an Electronics Engineer will be valued and nurtured. Our company fosters a collaborative work culture that encourages creativity and professional growth, offering opportunities for mentorship and skill development while working on cutting-edge electronic products. With a commitment to employee well-being and a supportive environment, we provide a rewarding career path for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the field of electronics engineering.
