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Mechanical Fitter in Nottingham

Energy Jobline CVL
Nottingham
6 days ago
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Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.


We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.


Our client, a leading water sector specialist is seeking Mechanical Fitters to work in the water industry. Ideally candidates will have previous water sector experience, but the client will also consider candidates with a relevant industrial background and experience working on plant equipment/assets.


Sponsorship cannot be offered for this role, applicants must have full RTW in the UK.


This is a van based role, primarily based in the East Midlands.


Package Details

£16.50p/hour


Role is paid door‑door


Additional uplift for working away from home


OT available, paid at x1.5 up to Saturday noon. paid at x2 thereafter


Van provided


Site hours 7-3, salary based on a 40 hour working week


Responsibilities

  • Install and maintain mechanical equipment, including pumps, motors, gearboxes, valves and bearings.
  • Fit and install steel support systems as needed.
  • Troubleshoot and perform fault‑finding on mechanical equipment.
  • Assist electricians or civil engineers with tasks as required.
  • Ensure compliance with all Health and Safety procedures and company policies, including following Safe Systems of Work and Risk Assessments on‑site.
  • Understand and sign all CPP/RAMS documentation before starting work on‑site.
  • Always prioritise safety, keeping both personal and team safety in mind.
  • Manage and take responsibility for the use and upkeep of a company van.
  • Be prepared for occasional travel away from home.
  • Perform other general mechanical duties as assigned.

Candidate Requirements

As this role is working on water treatment sites, ideally you will have relevant experience of sewage treatment plants, pumping stations, and clean water sites.


Candidates must be competent with remedial/servicing work on heavy plant machinery and mechanical assets, including but not limited to gearboxes, motors, pumps, valves, and bearings.


Formal Mechanical Qualifications or recognised apprenticeship.



  • CSCS Card (Essential)
  • UK Driving Licence (Essential)
  • Confined Space (Desired)
  • First Aid Trained (Desired)
  • EUSR Water Hygiene (Desired)

If you are interested in applying for this job please press the Apply Button and follow the application process. Energy Jobline wishes you the very best of luck in your next career move.


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