Mechanical Fitter or Senior Mechanical Fitter

A family-owned company based in West Bromwich, West Midlands, specializes in organo-sulphur synthesis and high-pressure hydrogenation, providing organic chemistry services to a global market. We produce intermediates for the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, among others. Our team of chemists excels in custom synthesis, contract manufacturing, and process optimization.

A position has opened in our Mechanical Department. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly skilled mechanical engineering team within a lower-tier COMAH facility. We seek an experienced, qualified mechanical fitter for an immediate start.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform mechanical preventative and reactive maintenance on industrial equipment, including gearboxes, pumps, mechanical seals, and pipework.
• Conduct mechanical plant installation and modification work.
• Execute statutory inspections, pressure testing, plant integrity checks, and commissioning work.
• Utilize computerized maintenance management systems.
• Interpret equipment drawings, manuals, and technical information to support maintenance tasks.
• Adhere to company safe systems of work and permit to work systems.

Qualifications and Training:

• Minimum RQF level 3 (e.g., City & Guilds level 3) in Mechanical Fitting/Engineering.
• Recognized mechanical apprenticeship preferred.
• Training in MEWP’s, Abrasive Wheels, and Confined Spaces is desirable.

Benefits:

• 25 days paid holiday plus all UK bank holidays.
• 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm, with a 30-minute lunch break.
• Paid sick leave.
• Free life assurance.
• Access to a stakeholder pension scheme.
• Career development opportunities with internal and external training.

Note: We can only accept applications from candidates who have the right to live and work in the UK.