Mechanical Fitter
1 day ago
Bury St Edmunds
Who we are… Quartzelec is an independent, multi-disciplined service provider, proudly employing over 600 people in the UK and beyond, with a turnover exceeding £90 million. We specialise in contracting and rotating machine services, and our expertise in repairing and maintaining motors and generators is backed by over 100 years of experience in the field. We take pride in being an engineering authority with a strategic global presence, dedicated to meeting the unique needs of our clients. Join us for a unique experience where we value autonomy, giving our employees responsibility and ownership in their areas of expertise. The Opportunity We are looking to recruit an experienced Mechanical Fitter, preferably with experience working on motors, gearboxes, and pumps, to join our team supporting clients across East Anglia, primarily within the water industry. Key Responsibilities… • Inspect and disassemble pumps and other rotating machines, • Read and interpret mechanical and schematic drawings, • Produce accurate job reports and inspection check sheets, • Complete work to a high standard on a first-time fix basis wherever possible, • Submit daily and weekly paperwork accurately and on time, • Ensure exceptional levels of customer service and professionalism, • Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team, • Be methodical and precise, maintaining clear notes and records during disassembly, • Carry out fabrication and mechanical repair procedures as required Your skills and experiences: • Hold a recognised qualification in Mechanical Engineering (C&G, NVQ or equivalent), • Previous experience in a mechanical fitting environment, • Knowledge and practical experience of working with motors, pumps, and gearboxes, • Competent in the correct and safe use of industry-standard tools and equipment, • Ability to prepare and assemble mechanical parts to required standards ready for testing, • Demonstrate good attention to detail and adherence to QA standards, • Committed to maintaining personal and site safety standards, • Full UK driving licence preferred Benefits: As a valued member of our team, you’ll receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes: • Contributory salary sacrifice pension scheme, • Life insurance (4x your salary), • Enhanced annual leave entitlement, in addition to bank holidays, • Company-funded gym subsidy payments, • Annual vision allowance, • Free 24/7 remote GP service, • Employee referral program, • Long service recognition awards, • Paid maternity and paternity leave, • Access to free Electric/ Hybrid vehicle charging points, • Additionally, you'll have access to a wide range of supplementary benefits, including:, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Extensive professional development through our in-house training academy, • Career-enhancing training events, • Exclusive employee discounts and various concessions via our corporate perks platform Why Quartzelec? At Quartzelec, we take great pride in our commitment to developing the next generation of talent, as demonstrated by our active engagement with over 100 apprentices. In recognition of our efforts, we were honoured to receive the Employer Recognition Award from two of our training providers in 2025. We are dedicated to fostering growth and supporting our apprentices through guidance and mentorship, enabling them to achieve their full potential. We offer a distinctive working experience within a company that values autonomy, empowering employees with the responsibility and ownership of their areas of expertise. This approach not only allows you to make a meaningful impact but also creates opportunities for significant career advancement. Closing Date: tbc We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Strictly no agencies please.