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Mechanical Assembly Hydraulics Fitter up to £40k Base + Benefits South East | Ref: ABJ6772 Perm: onsite 5 days An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Assembly (Hydraulic) Fitter to join a leading engineering and R&D team developing advanced hydraulic testing systems for global customers. This is a hands-on role as a Hydraulics Mechanical fitter prepares a broad variety of component parts and assembling them into finished system elements used to construct specialist hydraulic test and motion simulation systems before shipment to customers worldwide. As a Mechanical Assembly (Hydraulic) Fitter, you will work with large, high-value components manufactured to tight tolerances, using a range of hand, power and precision engineering tools. The role requires a strong mechanical aptitude, excellent attention to detail and the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and assembly instructions. Key Responsibilities Mechanical Assembly & Fitting * Prepare component parts to required quality standards before assembling into system elements * Assemble mechanical components and sub-assemblies using hand, power and precision engineering tools * Work with large and high-value components requiring careful and sensitive handling * Use and correctly interpret component and assembly drawings, along with written and verbal instructions * Carry out manual handling of components and assemblies in accordance with health and safety requirements * Use lifting equipment safely and appropriately where required Quality & Safety * Identify and report substandard quality through established procedures * Ensure components and assemblies meet required quality standards before progressing * Work in accordance with work instructions, risk assessments and health & safety requirements * Maintain 5S workplace cleanliness standards * Contribute to the development of work instructions and risk assessments Team & Customer Support * Work effectively with colleagues across the production and engineering teams * Support installation work at customer sites when required * Represent the company professionally when working with customers Qualifications & Experience * Demonstrable experience reading and interpreting technical drawings for component parts and assemblies * Mechanical assembly experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment * Experience working with high-value / low-volume component parts in a precision engineering environment * Commercial mechanical assembly experience * Understanding or experience of hydraulic systems would be advantageous * Apprenticeship or equivalent practical/educational background * Strong mechanical aptitude and practical assembly skills * Ability to correctly read and interpret component and assembly drawings * Confident use of hand, power and precision engineering tools * Excellent hand skills and dexterity * Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship Full-time | Permanent | £30–40k | Flexible benefits package To Apply: Contact Alison Basson on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) Email: Ref: ABJ6772