At a Glance
- Tasks: Assemble and fit heavy steel fuel tanks with precision and skill.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in a fast-paced engineering environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, overtime opportunities, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Flexible hours and great career progression await you!
- Why this job: Make a tangible impact by working on essential engineering projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in mechanical assembly and electrical systems is essential.
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 to Friday, 8:00 am to 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.
Mechanical Fitter in West End 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.
