Mechanical Fitter
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Area | Blackburn, Lancashire |
| Sector | Power & Utilities |
| Salary | Competitive |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Jack James |
| Job Ref | 18033 |
- Description
POST: Mechanical Fitter
REPORTS TO: Installation Manager
JOB PURPOSE: Undertake Installation of mechanical equipment on projects such as steel and plastic pipework, pumps, aeration blowers, valves, mixers, steelwork, pressure vessels, chemical dosing equipment etc. along with the installation of products such as Tertiary treatment filters, Scraper bridges, Aerators etc.
MAIN DUTIES:
- Undertake Mechanical Installation of plant & equipment.
- Undertake service and maintenance work on our clients plants and products.
- Undertake installation of equipment spares.
- Support site managers with M&E installations works across our projects.
- Support the project delivery team in the effective delivery and installation of our projects on site during installation and commissioning phases.
- Support the delivery team with quality control during fabrication and assembly phases of the project and carry out inspection visits to supplier and subcontractor premises as required.
- Ensure all activities undertaken are carried out safely in a planned way.
- Ensure adherence to Risk Assessments, Method Statements and permits to work.
- Liaising with subcontractors / clients as required by the contract.
- To maintain good communication links between the site installation manager and other members of the team, outside organisations and liaise with all staff.
- Attend subcontractors premises as required to undertake inspections.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Appropriate CSCS Skills card
- EUSR Card
- Good understanding and knowledge of IT
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar position
- Full UK driving license
- Flexibility to work and stay out overnight throughout the UK
- Advantageous if the candidate has PAMSA, Confined Space, First Aid, SSSTS
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
- Good Communicator - Strong communication skills with the ability to influence positive outcomes whilst liaising and negotiating with subcontractors and clients.
- Commercial Awareness – The ability to stay up to date on the daily happenings on the project.
- Flexible - Ability to meet the day to day requirements even if this means travelling and staying away from home.
- Technically aware – Have an understanding and knowledge of construction related activities specific to water and wastewater treatment.
- Organised – A critical thinker with problem solving skills who shows strong levels of planning and organisational skills.
- Completer/Finisher – Proven track record of closing out projects on time and within budget.
- Team Player – The ability to develop and manage a cross-functional team with a variety of skills and experience, as well as collaborating with other departments.