Mechanical Fitter (Rotating Equipment)
Fawley Oil Refinery, Hampshire
Monday-Friday | Day Shift | Permanent
NAECI Blue Book Rates - Grade 5
First Achieve is recruiting on behalf of a specialist engineering client for a Mechanical Fitter to join their permanent team at Fawley Oil Refinery. This role focuses on rotating equipment maintenance, particularly pumps across the site.
The Role
Working on-site at Fawley, you'll be responsible for the maintenance, repair, overhaul, installation and commissioning of rotating equipment, supporting both corrective and preventative maintenance activities. You'll work closely with refinery engineers and the wider maintenance team to deliver high-quality work safely, on time, and to exacting standards.
Key Responsibilities
Removal, strip-down, inspection, repair and rebuild of rotating equipment
Installation and commissioning of pumps and associated equipment
Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications
Measuring and recording dimensions, tolerances and clearances
Completing job reports, strip-down reports and rebuild documentation
Ensuring all work is carried out in line with site HSEQ procedures and permit-to-work systems
Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and site organisation
Working both independently and as part of a team
Willingness to carry out ad hoc duties as required
Participation in overtime and shared call-out arrangements when needed
Pay & Benefits
NAECI Blue Book Rates - Grade 5 (2025 rates):
Basic Rate: £22.44 per hour
Overtime A: £31.42 per hour
(Monday-Friday & first 4 hours Saturday)
Overtime B: £40.39 per hour
(Over 4 hours Saturday & all-day Sunday)
Travel Allowance
Paid for every shift travelled, calculated based on home address to Fawley Oil Refinery in line with NAECI Blue Book rates (Scale 1).
Not applicable during sickness or annual leave.
Skills & Experience Required
Proven experience working with rotating equipment (pumps essential; gearboxes, turbines, motors and valves desirable)
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Comfortable working to strict safety and quality standards
Good communication skills
Qualifications & Requirements
Valid CCNSG Safety Passport
Full UK Driving Licence
Valid Passport
Medically fit and willing to undergo drug & alcohol testing
Basic IT skills (Microsoft packages; ERP systems desirable)
Work Environment
Refinery-based role
Overtime may be required at short notice
Shared 24-hour call-out responsibilities as required