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Mechanical Fitter - Training Into Renewables

Rise Technical Recruitment
Kendal
4 days ago
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Overview

Mechanical Fitter with a mechanical bias, commutable from Lancaster, Kendal, Ulverston, Penrith, Morecambe. Up to £34,000 (37.5 hours) + Premium Overtime + Working Away Allowance + 25 days Holiday (Option to Buy and Sell) + Enhanced Pension + Life Insurance + Training Opportunities + Employee Discounts. Are you a fitter seeking a rewarding role where you can enhance your technical skills working on cutting edge renewable systems and significantly increase earnings through overtime? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading organisation during an exciting period of growth, where you will receive industry specific training from skilled engineers and have scope to progress your career. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Role location: field based and workshop based with travel across the UK and occasional international travel. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position and actual pay will depend on experience and qualifications.

Role responsibilities
  • Assemble and disassemble mechanical parts according to engineering drawings for new and refurbished industrial-scale machinery.
  • Prepare materials for customer orders and write technical reports.
  • Troubleshoot and maintain equipment to ensure it is in good working order.
  • Work on a mixture of field-based and workshop-based tasks.
  • Support specialist training provided as part of the role.
Requirements
  • Experience in an engineering fitter role with a mechanical bias.
  • NVQ Level 3 or above in a relevant engineering discipline.
  • Full UK Driving Licence.
  • Willing and able to travel UK-wide with occasional international travel.

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Gabrielle Peters at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.


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