Mechanical Fitter

Are you a skilled mechanical professional looking to work on cutting-edge power generation equipment? Join a dynamic team producing Gas Turbine Powered Generator Packages and related systems, where your expertise will make a real impact on delivering high-quality solutions to clients around the world.

What You’ll Do:

• Work as part of a mechanical assembly team, installing systems, assemblies, and components into Generator Packages.
• Fit engines, gearboxes, generators, and motors, carrying out precision alignment using advanced tools and measuring equipment.
• Fabricate, modify, and repair components and small bore pipework, with training provided for CNC and manual methods.
• Support testing of gas turbine engines and assist other departments with mechanical requirements.
• Use a variety of lifting equipment safely, including overhead gantries, chain hoists, and hydraulic jacks.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects, refurbishment, diagnostics, and repair of equipment.
• Mentor apprentices, new staff, and support engineers, and represent the team professionally at customer sites in the UK and abroad.

What We’re Looking For:
Essential:

• Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship or minimum 5 years’ related experience
• BTEC National Certificate or City & Guilds Mechanical (Level 3 minimum)
• Experience in general mechanical fitting within aerospace, marine, automotive, or heavy plant industries

Desirable:

• LOLER qualification or equivalent
• IOSH Working Safely or equivalent
• Leadership or management qualification

Skills & Attributes:

• Competent with hand and power tools, and precision measuring equipment
• Strong attention to detail and excellent time management
• Team player with a desire to develop professionally
• Literate and numerate, able to follow technical procedures and processes

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
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