Mechanical Fitter (Water) OCU Utilities · Bridgend, Deeside

OCU Group; Ruislip; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure engineering firm in Ruislip is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to manage the installation and maintenance of water and wastewater mechanical systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on mechanical fitting experience, particularly with pumps and pipework, and must possess a qualification in the mechanical field along with a safety card. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations and collaborating with project teams.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in mechanical fitting, preferably in water sector.
• Competence in using hand and power tools for assembly.
• Experience with mechanical systems, including pumps and pipework.

Responsibilities

• Install and assemble mechanical equipment for water systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical equipment and systems.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Mechanical fitting

Pumps

Pipework

Tool usage

Safety compliance

Fault finding

Education

Qualification in Mechanical field

CSCS or equivalent safety card

Confined space training

Job description

Mechanical Fitter

A Water Industry Mechanical Fitter is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing mechanical systems within water and wastewater infrastructure. This includes working on pipes, pumps, valves, and associated equipment in line with technical drawings, specifications, and strict safety regulations.

Skills and Responsibilities:

Installation & Fabrication:

Install and assemble pipes, valves, pumps, and other mechanical equipment for water and wastewater systems, potentially fabricating components as needed.

Fault Finding:

Diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical equipment and fluid power systems using specialised tools and diagnostic techniques to identify and resolve issues.

Safety & Compliance:

Ensure all work complies with company and industry health and safety regulations, particularly in potentially hazardous environments like confined spaces.

Teamwork:

Collaborate with engineers and project managers to meet specifications and work as part of a mechanical and electrical team.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

Technical Proficiency:

Hands-on experience in mechanical fitting, preferably within the water or utilities sector, with skills in pumps, pipework, and gearboxes.

Tool Usage:

Competence in using a range of hand and power tools for assembly and maintenance tasks.

Mechanical Knowledge:

Experience with various mechanical systems, including pumps, pipework, and fluid power equipment.

Safety & Certifications:

Qualification in Mechanical field.

CSCS or equivalent safety card.

Knowledge or training in water hygiene.

Confined space training.

Typical Work Environments

Soft Skills:

Strong communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively, and a good level of physical fitness.

Typical Work Environments

Construction Sites:

Working on new installations and upgrades of water supply and wastewater pipelines.

Treatment Plants & Facilities:

Performing maintenance and repairs on equipment within water and wastewater treatment facilities.

Hazardous Locations:

Operating in confined spaces, at height, or other challenging environments as part of the job.

Company Information:

OCU leads the way in end-to-end infrastructure engineering in the utilities, digital, and energy markets, specialising in safely and efficiently delivering complex client requirements. Our breadth of capabilities and depth of operational capacity, paired with our cutting-edge technology, ensure that we are not just part of the market; we are leading it.

Working directly with many of the country’s leading power, energy transition, water, telecoms and digital clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.