£30K/yr to £33K/yr
Sandwell, England
Permanent, Variable

Mechanical Fitter or Senior Mechanical Fitter

Posted by Murray Myers.

A family-owned company based in West Bromwich, West Midlands, specializes in organo-sulphur synthesis and high-pressure hydrogenation, providing organic chemistry services to a global market. We produce intermediates for the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, among others. Our team of chemists excels in custom synthesis, contract manufacturing, and process optimization.

A position has opened in our Mechanical Department. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly skilled mechanical engineering team within a lower-tier COMAH facility. We seek an experienced, qualified mechanical fitter for an immediate start.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform mechanical preventative and reactive maintenance on industrial equipment, including gearboxes, pumps, mechanical seals, and pipework.
  • Conduct mechanical plant installation and modification work.
  • Execute statutory inspections, pressure testing, plant integrity checks, and commissioning work.
  • Utilize computerized maintenance management systems.
  • Interpret equipment drawings, manuals, and technical information to support maintenance tasks.
  • Adhere to company safe systems of work and permit to work systems.

Qualifications and Training:

  • Minimum RQF level 3 (e.g., City & Guilds level 3) in Mechanical Fitting/Engineering.
  • Recognized mechanical apprenticeship preferred.
  • Training in MEWP's, Abrasive Wheels, and Confined Spaces is desirable.

Benefits:

  • 25 days paid holiday plus all UK bank holidays.
  • 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm, with a 30-minute lunch break.
  • Paid sick leave.
  • Free life assurance.
  • Access to a stakeholder pension scheme.
  • Career development opportunities with internal and external training.

Note: We can only accept applications from candidates who have the right to live and work in the UK.

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