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Mechanical Fitter 6 months FTC

First Military Recruitment
Posted 10 hours ago, valid for a day
Location

Littlehampton, West Sussex BN16 3DE, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position of Mechanical Fitter is available on a 6-month fixed-term contract in Rustington, offering a salary of £20 per hour depending on experience.
  • This role involves the precision assembly of armoured vehicles and components, as well as the installation of complex sub-systems in a fast-paced environment.
  • Candidates are expected to have a minimum of Level 3 City & Guilds or equivalent in Automotive Engineering or Vehicle Systems, along with experience in low production manufacturing techniques.
  • The job includes duties such as hands-on assembly, inspection, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives, while contributing to team morale and communication with R&D.
  • While the client encourages applications from ex-military personnel, all candidates will be considered for the role.

MS566 - Mechanical Fitter (6 months FTC)Salary: £20 per hour DOELocation: RustingtonOverview:First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Mechanical Fitter on behalf of one of our clients.In this role, you'll be responsible for the precision assembly of armoured vehicles and their components, as well as the installation of complex sub-systems. You’ll work in a fast-paced, innovative environment where your hands-on expertise will be crucial to ensuring operational excellence and meeting the highest industry standards.Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Support the company activities at sites, customers or sub-contract facilities.
  • Hands on assembly of electro/mechanical assemblies including any of the following: Assembly of mechanical and electrical components. Inspection. Working with various mechanical equipment. Working with various chemicals. Reading schematic drawings.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to include lean manufacturing principles.
  • Assist the Production Manager on performance (KPI’s).
  • Contribute towards assisting in building a motivated team to increase morale.
  • Liaise with Research and Development to build communication and relationship between the two departments.
  • The above statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • A minimum of a C&G L3, or similar, in Automotive Engineering or Vehicle Systems.
  • Experience with low production manufacturing techniques and processes.
  • Bespoke manufacture of automotive platforms.

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