Mechanical Fitter in Southend-on-Sea - CV-Library

My client is currently seeking an experienced time-served Mechanical Fitter for a Permanent Position covering an array of sites and installations across the U.K, with the main scope of work within the Essex area. The Candidate must have experience within the heavy engineering sectors, good rotating equipment knowledge and hands-on skills and abilities.

* The scope is to maintain, repair, and overhaul various rotating equipment such as pumps, motors, turbines, compressors, gearboxes and mixers.

Responsibilities and Duties:

* Mechanical repairs and maintenance to rotating equipment such as pumps, motors, turbines, compressors, gearboxes and mixers.

* Mechanical repairs, maintenance and testing of valves (isolation, pressure, safety and thermal).

* Competent in the use of measuring equipment such as micrometres, DTI’s, and alignment tooling.

* To mechanically undertake and complete Workshop and Field Service activities, inclusive of reporting detailing findings, condition assessments, critical tolerances, actions taken and recommendations.

* To communicate on a technical level, both verbally and written to peers and customers.

* Conduct defect repairs and routine maintenance on mechanical equipment for commercial and heavy industry machinery and ancillary equipment. Ensure installations are to manufacturer standards & legislation requirements are adhered to.

* Work alone to identify and resolve faults and concerns on mechanical systems without receiving explicit direction.

Skills/Experience:

* Mechanical time-served apprenticeship, NVQ3 or equivalent qualifications

* A full driving license, preferably clean.

* Be self-motivated to work individually but adaptable to work as part of a team.

* Able to communicate in a clear, concise, logical manner both verbally and written.

* Fault finding, repair, installation and commissioning experience

* Good customer service skills.

* Have a good level of fitness due to the physical demands of the job.

* Be able to pass security clearances.

* Have a flexible and positive outlook.

* Have relevant knowledge, training and experience within heavy engineering sector specific to the requirements under roles and responsibilities.

* Previous experience; Petrochem/Power sector.

* OEM pump and or turbine experience.

* Strong rotating equipment background