Mechanical Fitter
Eastbourne
DK290126MECHANICALFITTEREASTBOURNE
Mechanical & Electrical
Permanent

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Discipline: Engineering

Speciality: Mechanical, Wastewater, Water

UK Residency Required: Yes

Salary: £260 - £380 per day

Benefits: + Door to Door + OT + Pension etc

Apply by: 28/02/2026

Min Experience: years

OVERVIEW & ROLE DESCRIPTION

Overview

We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Fitter on behalf of a bespoke electrical and mechanical engineering company who manage the complete mechanical engineering process including design, manufacture and commissioning. They mainly work within Water Utilities.

Operating over 35 years, they are a family owned organisation who have gained a reputable name within the industry for their high-quality work and excellent customer service.

They have a client base which boasts some of the biggest names in the engineering sector. Mainly working within the Waste Water and Clean Water industries they provide a range of services including surveying through to design, fabrication, installation and implementation.

We are searching for experienced people to join the team as they expand their business to cover new and future projects. Working mainly in the Water Industry they specialise in providing complete mechanical solutions, which are designed, manufactured in house through to complete site installation.

This is a permanent position, covering Eastbourne. It is working Monday to Friday 12 hour shifts (day or night). Hours would be 6am – 6pm, vice versa. You would be paid £260 per day shift and £380 per night shift. Perks include Van & Fuel Card, private use of van, door to door travel, overtime, discretionary bonuses, pension, wellness plan, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, training & development etc.

 

Responsibilities

  • Mechanical Installations.
  • Mechanical repairs including Pumps, Fans & Gearboxes.
  • General Steel Work, Handrail, CAT Ladders, Platforms.
  • Adhere to Companies Policies, Procedures & Legal Practices.
  • Adhere to the Companies Health & Safety Policies & Procedures.
  • Adhere to the Companies Quality Management system.
  • Adhere to the site-specific rules & regulations & to leave sites clean & tidy.
  • To follow, read & sign the RAMS (Risk & Method Statements)
  • Be able to read, understand and follow design drawings 2D/3D.

 

Skills & Attributes

  • Water industry experience (preferred)
  • Full mechanical apprenticeship or qualifications.
  • CSCS Card.
  • Understand Engineering drawings.
  • Ability to work independently and unsupervised.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
  • An excellent understanding of Health and Safety.
  • Full UK Driving Licence.

 

Note:- Apex Resourcing Solutions are acting as an Employment Agency

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • Water industry experience (preferred)
  • Full mechanical apprenticeship or qualifications.
  • CSCS Card.
  • Understand Engineering drawings.
  • Ability to work independently and unsupervised.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
  • An excellent understanding of Health and Safety.
  • Full UK Driving Licence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Mechanical Installations.
  • Mechanical repairs including Pumps, Fans & Gearboxes.
  • General Steel Work, Handrail, CAT Ladders, Platforms.
  • Adhere to Companies Policies, Procedures & Legal Practices.
  • Adhere to the Companies Health & Safety Policies & Procedures.
  • Adhere to the Companies Quality Management system.
  • Adhere to the site-specific rules & regulations & to leave sites clean & tidy.
  • To follow, read & sign the RAMS (Risk & Method Statements)
  • Be able to read, understand and follow design drawings 2D/3D.

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