Mane Contract Services
Mechanical Fitter

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Mechanical Fitter Job Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive Location: West Midlands, with travel Working Hours: Monday to Thursday 07:30–16:15, Friday 07:30–12:30
We are currently recruiting for a skilled Mechanical Fitter to join a growing engineering business based in the West Midlands
. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in machine tool fitting, bespoke machinery build, mechanical assembly, hydraulics and pneumatics. The successful candidate will be responsible for the build, assembly and installation of friction welding machinery, working on a range of mechanical sub-assemblies including spindles, clamps, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems and lubrication system
s. The role will involve working closely with design and engineering teams to ensure successful project delivery, as well as supporting onsite installations, upgrades and repairs both in the UK and international
ly. Key Responsibilit ies:Fitting and assembling machine unit assemblies, including spindles, pneumatics, hydraulics and lubrication sys temsReading and interpreting mechanical assembly drawings, hydraulic schematics and pneumatic schema ticsInstalling hydraulic, lubrication and pneumatic sys temsCarrying out onsite installations, upgrades and repairs at customer sites in the UK and world wideOperating machine shop equipment including millers, lathes and grin dersInspecting parts using precision measuring t oolsCommunicating build issues and solutions with the wider engineering teamSupporting upfront project planning meet ingsContributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the build pro
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cess Role Requirem ents:Previous experience as a Mechanical Fitter, Machine Tool Fitter or within bespoke machinery buildStrong mechanical fitting and assembly exper ienceConfident reading mechanical drawings and fluid schem aticsExperience working with hydraulic, pneumatic and lubrication sy stemsExperience using machine shop equi pmentStrong attention to detail and good manual dext erityAbility to work independently with minimal superv isionStrong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a teamFlexible approach to overtime when req uiredValid UK driving licence and passport, due to UK and international t


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ravel Qualifica tions:Mechanical Engineering qualification, such as City & Guilds, BTEC or equi
valent What’s on Offer:Competitive salaryPermanent opportunity with a growing engineering b usinessOpportunity to travel internat ionallyVaried work across bespoke machinery and specialist eq uipmentSupport for ongoing professional deve lopmentDynamic working environment with long-term progression opport
unitiesIf this role is of interest, please apply today or contact Freddie Southall at Mane C ontractServices on 01923 470 714 or F.Southall@Mane .co.uk.
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