Mechanical Fitter

This permanent position as a Mechanical Fitter offers a competitive benefits package including a competitive salary of £32,000, up to 12% employer pension contribution, life assurance, excellent sick pay, healthcare, employee support programme and more.

This role is days based, Mon-Fri with hours between 08:00-16:15.
The Mechanical Fitter is required to join a globally leading aroma chemical manufacturer on their site in Leek, Staffordshire.

This is an exciting time to join a stable, growing organisation that is backed by many leading brands.
Responsibilities of the Mechanical Fitter:

You will be responsible for the Installation and commissioning of the plant and equipment to current standards utilising Welding skills, specifically TIG, whilst working safely and in compliance with all Health Safety and Environmental procedures and guidelines
The Mechanical Fitter will carry out inspection and testing of all PSSR equipment, non-statutory equipment such as storage tanks, pipe lines, drains and structures as well as monitor the engineering stores and stock levels for projects, reporting any items for re-order
You will oversee the control and supervision of contractors working on projects, as and when required
Lastly, you will provide support to the maintenance team during planned maintenance projects / asset replacement and major plant breakdowns.


To be successful in this position as a Mechanical Fitter, proven post-apprenticeship, hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment is essential, as well as being proficient with TIG Welding.
You will have a minimum level 3 qualification / apprenticeship achievement within a relevant discipline, with a BTEC / ONC/ HNC being an advantage.
Experience with inspection and testing of PSSR and non-statutory equipment, is highly desirable, as is experience of contract installations particularly within chemicals manufacturing.

Please apply directly for further information regarding this Mechanical Fitter position.