Mechanical Fitter

Job Overview

We are recruiting four Mechanical Fitters to provide mechanical maintenance and technical support for inlet screens, driving improved preventative maintenance and asset availability across Greater Manchester and Merseyside.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient mechanical maintenance and repair services to ensure optimal asset availability while staying within budget and quality parameters.
• Work with the Scheduling team to complete all planned work scheduled within agreed service levels.
• Perform planned and proactive maintenance activities to maintain asset availability and efficient operation.
• Ensure compliance with all Health and Safety regulations and internal company policies.
• Provide reliable, accurate, and complete asset performance and repair information for entry into corporate systems to support analysis and improvement.

Qualifications

• Qualified City and Guilds or National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 3 (or equivalent) in a primary mechanical discipline.
• Water Industry experience – 3+ years (preferable).
• Practical and theoretical knowledge of mechanical rotating equipment.
• Sound working knowledge of wastewater process where appropriate.
• Knowledge of safe systems of work, company policy, statutory regulations, operations procedures, maintenance procedures and administration procedures.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Skills

• Teamwork and independent working capabilities, resilience and self‑motivation.
• Strong problem‑solving and technical competence.
• Good diagnostic, organisational, planning, communication and computer skills.
• Willingness to diversify into specialised maintenance areas (e.g., inlet screens).

Benefits

• Annual leave: 26 days, increasing to 30 days after four years (plus 8 bank holidays).
• Competitive pension scheme up to 14% employer contribution (21% combined), life cover.
• Performance‑related bonus up to 7.5% and recognition awards.
• Company‑funded health care plan.
• MyGymDiscounts – gym and wellness benefit up to 25% off memberships and digital fitness subscriptions.
• Best Doctors, Salary Finance, Wealth at Work courses, deals, discounts, EVolve Car Scheme, Employee Assistance Plan, Mental health first aiders, ShareBuy, MORE Choices flexible benefits, Enhanced parental leave schemes.

Salary & Working Conditions

Salary: £40,232. Permanent, full‑time, onsite position. Working hours: 37 hours per week.

Location: Greater Manchester or Merseyside. Two positions in each location. Please specify preferred location in CV or cover letter.

Job type: Permanent. Employment type: Full Time. Work type: Onsite. Working hours: 37 hours per week.

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