About this role
- The main knowledge, skills and experience required of the Site Mechanical Fitter are outlined as follows: Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a similar role, preferably in the water and wastewater industry.
- Trade Qualified Mechanical Fitter/Fabricator, Maintenance Mechanical Fitter.
- Experienced in the mechanical installation of equipment, systems and pipework (including Stainless Steel, PVC, PE, and Ductile Iron).
- Good working knowledge of mechanical systems including strip-down repair and re-building.
- An interest in developing a career within an industry-leading organisation.
- Ability to work as part of a team in project delivery and provide input at team meetings.
- Ability to engage with suppliers and sub-contractors at procurement stage and in the delivery of their scope of supply during contract delivery.
- Ability to use own initiative, problem solve and adjust as issues arise during project delivery.
- Strong communication skills with a high level of motivation.
- Manual Handling, Safe Pass, Confined spaces,working from heights, Abrasive wheels Full driving licence
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- The main duties and responsibilities of the Site Mechanical Fitter are outlined as follows: Work as part of a team in the delivery of one or more projects at any one time, embracing the ethos of a “one team” culture.
- Ensure Health, Safety and Environmental standards, policies and procedures are always adhered to.
- Review of design stage mechanical drawings and P&ID in order to validate designs, familiarise with project and spot issues before they arise.
- Site install of mechanical systems, pipework and equipment including supporting brackets and stands.
- Pipework and valve installations may range from DN4mm to DN2000mm in PVC, DI, PE or SS. Modification, fabrication and installation of mechanical systems.
- Complete system testing in the form of pipework pressure tests and completion of inspection test records (ITRs) on completion of installation.
- Maintenance and repair of existing water / wastewater treatment equipment including strip-down, part replacement and re-building.
- Troubleshoot equipment and instrumentation, strip-down and repair equipment as necessary to ensure good working order.
- Conduct periodic inspections and preventative maintenance on system installations.
- Organise and facilitate plant shutdowns and/or diversion of flows as required with project delivery team and the customer through permit-to-work systems.
- Ensuring all works are to the company and mechanical standards.
- Complete Health & Safety checks and permits as required for work activities being undertaken.
- Ensure a positive experience for the customer and their representatives instilling an ethos of professionalism, collaboration and co-operation.
- Seek to improve the mechanical installation process by providing lessons learned feedback and innovative solutions for adoption on future projects.
- Keep appraised of the latest standards and technology through continuous profession