Trades Assistant & Fitter (Pump Maintenance)

About the role

A client of the employer is looking for a reliable, hands-on Trades Assistant and Qualified Fitter to support its workshop and onsite operations. You will work alongside experienced tradespeople, helping with and undertaking pump maintenance, dismantling, inspection, repair and reassembly of pumps and associated equipment. The work takes place in a fully equipped engineering workshop and also at client sites, so a current manual driver's licence is mandatory.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with and undertake pump maintenance, servicing and repairs.
• Dismantle, inspect, clean and reassemble pumps and mechanical components.
• Use hand and power tools and workshop equipment safely.
• Help identify mechanical faults and worn or damaged components.
• Support general workshop operations and equipment handling.
• Travel to client sites to carry out or assist with maintenance and repair work.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment and follow workplace health and safety procedures.

Required profile

• Trades Assistant: previous Trades Assistant experience.
• Fitter: recognised mechanical fitting trade qualification if applying as a Qualified Fitter.
• Previous experience in mechanical fitting, pump repairs, machinery maintenance or a similar industrial environment.
• Current manual driver's licence (mandatory).
• Ability to travel to client sites as required.

Required skills

• Confidence using hand tools, power tools and mechanical workshop equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable attitude, strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Experience with commercial or heavy industrial pumps and rotating equipment is highly regarded.