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Astute Technical Recruitment are working with one of the UK's leading waste management & recycling companies who own & operate a large Energy from Waste plant as well as a fleet of barges for transporting waste along the Thames.
We are looking for a Mechanical Fitter to join their Shipyard & Workshop located in Gravesend, Kent. As a Mechanical Fitter you'll be responsible for providing mechanical fitting & fabrication duties on a variety of marine vessels & equipment.
If you have the right skills & experience and want to find out more, please get in touch!
Responsibilities and duties:
Reporting to the Shipyard Manager, as a Mechanical Fitter you will be responsible for:
- Assisting with mechanical services for engines & marine equipment.
- Operating and maintaining plant equipment & vehicles in line with company policies.
- Undertake specialised mechanical overhaul & repair work on marine equipment including propulsion, ancillary equipment & pipe systems.
- Utilise schematic charts & technical manuals to aide in the repair and maintenance of equipment.
- Test mechanical equipment and machineries to determine issues prior to repair.
- Carry out non-destructive testing.
- Ensure site is compliance with all relevant HSE policies and legislation.
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
- Diploma in Marine Construction / Mechanical Installation/ System Engineering & Maintenance
- Apprentice trained in Mechanical Fitting / Engineering or similar
- ILM Level 2 award in Leadership
Personal skills
The Mechanical Fitter would suit someone with:
- Able to work at height & in confined / enclosed spaces
- Competent using workshop equipment including turning, drilling, welding, soldering, CNC machining
- Competent working on a variety of mechanical equipment typically found in the marine sector
Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Fitter role
- Competitive Salary
- Overtime
- Working hours (Apply online only)
- Opportunity to join a leading and growing waste management company
INDPOW
Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
