Mechanical Fitter

Mechanical Fitter Plymouth, Devon £22.25 - £24.73 ph Duration: 6 Months initially. Potential for 3 years work. 40 Guaranteed hours a week, additional hours and shift may be a possibility but not guaranteed. Essential experience * Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and work instructions * Operating various workshop machinery specific to mechanical fitting * Experience working in the marine engineering industry, particularly on Royal Navy ships, submarines, Royal Fleet Auxiliary vessels, or large commercial ships. We'll also consider relevant experience from other engineering sectors. * Demonstrable experience of removing, installing, and overhauling marine mechanical equipment, with a focus on propulsion systems, auxiliary systems, and power generation equipment. * Experience working in a marine engineering environment - Desirable Qualifications for the Mechanical Fitter We're looking for candidates with a good foundation in mechanical engineering. This could include: * Completion of a time-served apprenticeship in marine or naval engineering * An indentured apprenticeship in a mechanical discipline * A Level-3 Modern Apprenticeship in a mechanical discipline * A Level-3 Mechanical Engineering qualification