We are recruiting for a Mechanical Engineer / Fitter based in Leicester based on a full time and permanent basis.

Salary: £30,000 to £35,000 per annum

Working hours: 8:00 -16:30 Monday to Friday.

Annual leave: 25 days plus statutory

Employee pension contributions

Private health care

Death in service

About the role:

We are looking to recruit a Mechanical Engineer / Fitter who will be working in a small team, within a varied role, refurbishing used machinery.

Duties

·       In house repair and refurbishment of machines.

·       Fitting motors and safety switches.

·       Rebuilding of mechanical sub-assemblies.

·       Assisting in machine demonstration area.

·       Cleaning and polishing machines.

·       Prepare new machines for delivery to customers.

·       Occasional UK and European travel.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience

·       Experienced in mechanical engineering

·       Must be able to measure in both imperial and metric using rules, vernier calliper and micrometres

·       Must be able to mark out, drill and tap, and be competent in the use of power tools and lathes.

·       Be able to perform simple Milling and Turning tasks.

·       Have basic knowledge of electrics and motors 3 Phase

·       Driving Licence

The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate a strong level of competency and be able to work on their own or as a part of a team. This role would suit a person with inspection experience. 

If you are looking for a varied role within mechanical engineer, having experience using hand tools and lathes then please apply. For more information, please contact Rebecca on 07385 660 400.

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