Our client based in Shoreham-by-Sea is looking to recruit an Electrical / Mechanical Fitter to produce truck conversions in accordance with design requirements and engineering Instructions.

Hours:

Monday to Thursday 8.15am to 5pm (30 mins for lunch) and Friday 8.15am to 12.45pm.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Undertaking electrical and mechanical modifications of electric and diesel-powered equipment to meet specification.
To be proficient in electrical and/or mechanical fitting skills, including minor fabrication.
Reading and interpreting engineering instructions (drawings, wiring diagrams, photographs) to achieve project specification.
To select appropriate materials for on-job manufactured parts.
To complete project documentation as required during and at the end of the work.
Document (sketches, photographs or instructions) any aspects or components developed by the fitter during the project for future reference.
To participate in Continuous Improvement projects as required.
To operate within the guidelines of Company Procedures.
To ensure the workplace is kept clean and tidy by routine housekeeping.
To comply with the Company Policy on Health and Safety, and discipline etc.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Essential

Ability to read and understand engineering/technical drawings and processes.
Experience in electrical wiring.
Experience in mechanical fitting.
Basic IT skills.
Ability to complete required documentation and records in a timely manner.
Proactive, enthusiastic, and flexible attitude.
Strong team ethic.
Willingness to adhere to all health and safety policies, procedures and processes.
Willingness to learn additional skills.
Willingness to work overtime when required.
Own suitable tool kit required to complete duties.

Desirable

Apprenticeship, City & Guilds or equivalent
Experience of Zone 1 and Zone 2 conversions
Awareness of quality assurance throughout the whole process
Ability to problem solve

Benefits:

25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Holiday purchase scheme – an extra 2 weeks of holiday can be purchased
Company sick pay after a qualifying period which increases with length of service
5% employer pension contribution to be matched by the employee – salary sacrifice pension is available
Life assurance at 3 x annual basic salary
Cash back health plan
Cycle to work scheme
Employee assistance programme
Health surveillance and health checks
Other wellbeing and engagement activities and initiatives
Learning and development opportunities