Mechanical Assembly Fitter We are working with a client who are actively recruiting for a time served mechanical fitter to work on a wide range of mechanical assembly project applications within the UK Defence and Nuclear industries. The Role and Requirements; The ideal candidate should be able to work on their own initiative and be able to read and understand complex engineering drawings. The role will entail the fitting, assembly and testing of a wide array of assemblies. The scope of work will cover relatively straightforward tooling through to complex mechanical assemblies with associated hydraulic systems. The size of projects will vary from items which can be handled manually up to and including larger assemblies which require specialised lifting and handling equipment. Working closely with the Project Engineering team, you will be responsible for meeting the customer requirements as defined by their specification and testing requirements. It is advantageous that candidates have manual machining experience in order to support the assembly and testing process. Schedule: Day shift, 0730-1630 (Mon-Thu), 0730-1230 (Fri) 33 days holiday per annum (includes bank holidays) Overtime paid at 1.5x Ability to commute/relocate: Ripley, DE5 3ND: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience / Qualifications Time Served / Level 3 Apprenticeship in a relevant discipline Mechanical Assembly: 5 years Manual Machining: 3 years Excellent Interpersonal skills, comfortable working as part of a team Experience of working within relevant industries; Nuclear, Defence Experience of working with a wide range of assemblies in size and weight Experience of working to tight tolerances