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Mechanical Fitter

Job Posted: a month ago

Salary: £ 42 - 45 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Dartford, Kent

Expire in: 21 hours

Job Description

Mechanical Fitter

Location: Dartford / South East London

Position: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Mechanical Fitter looking for a secure, long-term role with an outstanding benefits package? We are seeking a skilled and conscientious engineer to provide high-level mechanical installation, servicing, and repair support across key infrastructure assets.

This role offers excellent career progression, a focus on work-life balance, and a supportive team environment.

What’s on Offer?

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    Salary: £42,000.00 – £45,000.00 per annum (depending on experience)

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    Holiday: 33 days annual leave (increasing up to 38 days with length of service)

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    Security: 4x Salary Life Insurance & Company Pension scheme

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    Family Support: Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave

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    Tools for the Job: Company van, laptop, and mobile phone provided

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    Health: Comprehensive health and wellbeing programme

Key Responsibilities

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    Installation & Repair: Assemble, install, and commission mechanical equipment, including pumps, screens, pipework, and valves.

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    Maintenance: Execute planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on pumping systems and respond efficiently to emergency shutdown works.

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    Diagnostics: Utilize diagnostic technology (e.g., vibration sensors, infra-red cameras) to ensure system integrity, safety, and compatibility.

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    Technical Literacy: Interpret mechanical drawings, station schematics, and site blueprints with high accuracy.

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    Safety First: Complete Point of Work Risk Assessments and adhere strictly to site RAMS to ensure a safe working environment.

Candidate Requirements

The Essentials:

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    Qualifications: Successfully completed a Modern Apprenticeship (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering.

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    Experience: Proven hands-on background in an on-site engineering or industrial environment.

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    Technical Skills: Strong working knowledge of pumps, pipework, screens, and motors.

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    Safety: Must hold a valid CSCS Card (or equivalent).

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    Education: GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.

The "Nice-to-Haves" (Advantageous but not essential):

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    EUSR Water Hygiene / Sewage or High-Risk Confined Spaces certification.

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    PASMA / IPAF / Abrasive Wheels training

Before You Apply

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