Position: Mechanical Fitter
Job ID: 3148/1
Location: Onley
Rate/Salary: £35K plus Pension, Programme Bonus, Quality Bonus, Staff Discount,
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The below job description will outline this position of: Mechanical Fitter
HSB Technical’s client is an established and well-regarded business entity.
Duties and responsibilities of the Mechanical Fitter:
Carry out the fitting, maintenance, and fault diagnosis of diesel engines, gearboxes, and drive train systems.
Install, troubleshoot, and maintain AC/DC electrical systems, including both 12V and 240V installations.
Service, install, and repair diesel heating systems used in marine vessels.
Perform plumbing tasks as required, including installation and maintenance of onboard water systems.
Operate the boatyard’s 40-tonne amphibious hoist to recover and launch narrowboats as part of scheduled work or emergency support.
Conduct servicing and repairs on historic or modern diesel engines, ensuring the highest level of care and customer satisfaction.
Attend offsite breakdowns and perform timely repairs, such as fixing hot water systems, to ensure customers' boating plans can proceed without disruption.
If you had some welding or plumbing background would be an advantage.
Qualifications and requirements for the Mechanical Fitter:
Ability to work independently, solve problems efficiently, and respond to emergencies both on-site and offsite.
Proven experience and/or formal qualifications in diesel engine, gearbox, and drive train fitting, maintenance, and fault finding.
Practical knowledge of AC/DC electrical systems, including experience with both 12V and 240V installations.
Plumbing knowledge is advantageous.
You will be required to work some weekends on a rotation basis.
This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role