An opportunity has arisen for a number of Mechanical Assembly Fitters to join us at Express Engineering, an Oil & Gas equipment manufacturer based in the North East of England. With 50 years of experience in machining and assembling critical subsea components and systems, we are a market leader in the specialised products we produce.

Along with exceptional rates of pay, you will also receive enhanced employer pension contributions, overtime opportunities, recruitment recommendation scheme, training and development opportunities, an Employee Assistance Programme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, sports and social clubs allowing access to onsite gym and squash court plus free tea and coffee.

We are looking for a number of Mechanical Assembly Fitters to join our team to assemble hydrostatic and gas test assemblies and undertake specified testing, validating results.

As a Mechanical Assembly Fitter at Express Engineering, you will:

• Undertake assembly/fitting tasks, following and adhering to customer procedures and specifications
• Pressure Test and Flush various hydraulic systems and actuators using cleanliness standards and incorporate results into customer reports
• Support valve function testing on hydraulic actuators
• Have a can-do attitude and work well with others in a team environment
• Be flexible in your approach - willing to work overtime when required to suit customer requirements
• Be willing to pass on your knowledge and train others

To be successful in the Mechanical Assembly Fitter role at Express Engineering, you will be experienced in:

• General assembly/fitting work, following and adhering to customer procedures.
• Working on hydraulic sub-sea actuators
• Hydrostatic pressure testing
• Gas Testing
• Reading and understanding engineering drawings and specifications
• Be time served or have equivalent demonstratable experience within a similar role

As with all positions, due to the nature and varying demands of our business, the responsibilities and tasks are not limited to this overview and may change to meet future demands.

You will be working a two-shift pattern including night shift which attracts an allowance of 29.25% of basic rate per hour. Overtime is paid at time and half.

We welcome all applications, however; you must be eligible to work in the UK.

This is a fantastic time to join us at Express Engineer. In recent years we have delivered strong growth and now employ over 250 people at our Gateshead site.

To apply for this Fitter role at Express Engineering, please click apply online and upload an updated copy of your CV.