Mechanical Fitter

Mechanical Fitter role at Celeros Flow Technology

For over 140 years our products have helped ensure the safe, reliable operations of key industries. With a passion for precision and partnership, Celeros Flow Technology continues this heritage of high performance and dependability, providing mission critical, sustainable flow control solutions for our customers around the globe.

We embrace change, diversity and promote new ways of looking at old ideas. We seek talented professionals to join our world‑class team of innovators in a global, collaborative & multi‑cultural environment, where you will be challenged, supported, and inspired to be extraordinary.

As a member of the test team the role of the Test Fitter involves working on pumps for Original Equipment [OE] and Aftermarket (AM) orders. This role will include all aspects of the pump testing cycle including installation, commissioning, testing and dismantling. Assisting with continuous improvement activities in the test areas to improve safety, workflow and drive down operational costs.

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• Installation of pumps for testing including their ancillary equipment where applicable. This involves setting out and securing temporary foundations, pipework installation and rotor alignment. Connecting services to support lubrication and cooling where required.
  
• Participating in operational tests by controlling various aspects of the test parameters such as temperatures and pressures within acceptable limits.
  
• Highlight any non‑conformances which are identified through the appropriate channels and in a timely manner. Work with others to ensure that issues are resolved.
  
• Breakdown temporary test arrangements and store equipment away as per departmental procedures.
  
• Responsible for your own quality of work, self‑inspection and completion of paperwork and applicable checklists are required.
  
• Perform maintenance activities on test department equipment as required to ensure maximum reliability and availability of equipment.
  
• Participate in continuous improvement activities to assist the company in its efforts to improve safety, drive down costs and increase productivity.
  
• Work in other assembly areas when required.
  
• Work with managers and other test department personnel to implement the company's policies and goals.
  
• Ensure that health, safety and environmental guidelines are followed.
  
• Provide on‑going support and training to peers and apprentices as required.
  
• Be available to undertake further training (internal & external) if required.
  

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• Time served Mechanical Fitter with at least 3 years relevant experience preferably in a heavy manufacturing environment.
  
• Should have a challenging attitude and safety mindset to manage risks within the test environment.
  
• Experience with rotating equipment and laser alignment would be advantageous.
  
• Have an understanding and experience of lean manufacturing techniques.
  
• Demonstratable experience of working within a team to execute tasks in a timely manner to achieve goals under tight timeframes.
  
• Strong communication skills; both written and verbally.
  
• Must be able to undertake National Security Vetting and obtain security clearance up to SC level.
  

You must have valid right to work in the UK and be able to obtain Security Clearance to apply for this role.

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• Competitive salary
  
• Opportunities to develop
  
• Bonus
  
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
  
• Holiday buy and sell
  
• Pension
  
• Life Cover
  
• Employee Assistance Program
  
• Digital Benefits; Health, Wealth & Lifestyle
  

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• Required daily to stand, sit, walk, talk, hear, and see (specific close vision abilities are required to perform computer work)
  
• Required occasionally to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
  
• Required daily to use hands and fingers and arms to reach (to operate a computer and telephone)
  
• Required occasionally to lift and/or move objects that are light to moderate
  
• Required occasionally to travel (usually by air or road so may be required to sit for extended periods)
  

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• Ability to work with moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, and printers, etc.)
  
• Ability to work in an open planned office / individual office
  
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for extended periods
  
• Ability to sit in a car or on a plane for extended periods
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We work safely and respect our employees, business partners & environment. We always lead by example.

In our mission to bring mission‑critical flow control equipment to the world, energy in our actions & urgency.

We stand behind our actions and deliver on our promises.

We collaborate across our teams & our customers to win together. We rely on each other to deliver the best outcome & celebrate successes.

We are passionate about being the best at engineering, manufacturing & maintaining mission‑critical equipment. We seek quality & community improvement in every interaction.

Quality encompasses all aspects of Celeros business, and every employee shares the responsibility to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to product, process and the quality system. All employees have an obligation to identify and record any such nonconformity, and through designed channels, initiate and recommend solutions.

CELEROS Flow Technology is an equal opportunity employer.