Mechanical Assemblers / Fitter - Birkenhead, Merseyside
Pay Rate: £17.28 per hour PAYE.
Hours: Monday to Thursday 7:30am - 4:00pm, Friday 7:30am - 12:30pm (39 hours per week)
Duration: Ongoing contract (6+ months)
The Role
We are looking for an experienced Assembly Fitter to join a busy engineering team in Birkenhead. The role involves dismantling, cleaning, inspecting, repairing, and reassembling mechanical and rail-related components, ensuring all work meets high quality and safety standards.
Main Responsibilities
* Dismantle, clean, inspect, and reassemble a variety of rail and mechanical equipment
* Work independently or as part of a team to meet production deadlines
* Overhaul and test components including brake systems, actuators, couplers, and discs
* Set up and operate test rigs, interpret results, and make adjustments as required
* Identify and resolve faults, escalating complex issues to the relevant personnel
* Read and follow engineering drawings, work instructions, and technical documentation
* Contribute to continuous improvement activities such as 5S and efficiency projects
* Maintain tools, gauges, and equipment in good working order
* Support shift handovers and assist with training when required
* Always adhere to company health, safety, and environmental policies
* Carry out additional related tasks as directed by management
Skills and Experience Required
* Strong general engineering background (essential)
* Previous experience in assembly, manufacturing, or overhaul environments (essential)
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (essential)
* Time-served mechanical fitter (desirable)
* Basic electrical knowledge or bias (desirable)
Interested?
For more information or to apply, contact:
Alex Cameron
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