Mechanical Fitter / Engineer

Alfa Laval UK&I are looking for a Mechanical Fitter/ Engineer to join our team currently based in Camberley. Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact - on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we're pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping. As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too. Who you are You have a passion for Mechanical Engineering and problem solving. You work well individually as well as within a team, you have good timekeeping and respect for deadlines. You have professional pride in your work and maintain high standards of precision and cleanliness in your working environment. About the job This is a full-time role working within our Service Centre in Camberley. You will be reporting to the Team Manager of High-Speed Separators and Decanters, you will be working as part of a team of talented Mechanical Fitter/ Balancers and working on the disassembly and re-assembly of a variety of rotating mechanical equipment, this extends to the balancing of critical components of our equipment to the standard expected of us as an OEM. Our teams at Alfa Laval are versatile and flexible in terms of machine operation and using multiple machine tools will be expected. At Camberley Service Centre, our experience in separation dates back 100 years, we cover a wide range of Alfa Laval equipment used in a variety of industries including Marine, Energy and Food and Water ( including waste water ) and because of this we can apply our knowledge and expertise to include All Brands. The key roles include:

• Stripping a variety of Decanters in preparation for inspection
• Cleaning of equipment to service/repair, including jet washing and chemical cleaning
• Dismantling and reassembling of gearboxes
• Rebuilding equipment following guidelines
• Use of technical drawings to assist in disassembly and re-assembly
• Using a variety of standard hand tools (imperial & metric)
• Using a variety of special tools (imperial & metric)
• Handling medium to heavy duty equipment
• Operating overhead cranes and lifting equipment
• Understanding of Health and Safety and correct PPE demand
• Building sub-assemblies for balancing
• Balancing Bowls, conveyors and gearbox shells using dynamic balancing equipment
• Use of welding equipment (TIG welding training given)
  
  You have an appropriate apprenticeship or qualification in engineering.
You have experience of working with hand, Pneumatic and Hydraulic tools, from a background in a workshop environment, along with the ability to interpret drawings and technical manuals that include both Imperial & Metric dimensions. You have demonstrated knowledge of a range of workshop related disciplines, and key understanding of PPE and H&S requirements typical of a workshop environment. Experience of using cranes, slings and stacker trucks would also be beneficial, although full training will be provided. You have good IT skills.

Alfa Laval UK&I currently provide a wide range of benefits, schemes, and initiatives for our employees including:
• Holiday entitlement of 25 days + Bank holidays
• Simply Health - Health cash plan available to enter worth over £2500 annually
• Onsite parking
• Life Assurance - 4X annual salary when you remain in the pension
• Training and Career Development potential
• On site canteen
Alfa Laval are an equal opportunities employer. This role will remain open until a suitable candidate has been selected.