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We require an experienced, highly organised and proficient workshop fitter, to ensure the functioning, safety, and efficiency of equipment and plant. Working closely with our Workshop Manager, you will play a crucial role in maintaining productivity through hands-on repair activities along with some other workshop-based duties. You may also train and support other workshop staff in your areas of expertise. The successful candidate must have a positive, friendly, helpful and can-do attitude.
Roles & responsibilities:
- Working under the supervision of our Workshop Manager but also able to work on your own in a safe and efficient manner.
- Fault diagnosing and repairing a wide range of plant and equipment; from petrol saws to small 110v hand tools.
- Inspecting mechanical/electrical components and remedying faults accordingly.
- Carrying out required function testing of equipment.
- Setting up all new plant and equipment.
- Keeping daily records, maintaining service sheets and other related paperwork.
- Supporting other workshop staff and apprentices, where appropriate and necessary.
- Other ad hoc workshop related tasks, where appropriate and necessary.
Requirements:
- Relevant fitter/ mechanical qualification - NVQ or equivalent (preferred).
- Current PAT testing certificate (essential).
- Experience of repairing electrically powered plant, pneumatic controls and hydraulics. Experience with Hilti tool repairs (preferred).
- Knowledge, understanding of and a commitment to Health, Safety, and the Environment.
- Excellent organisational skills.
