Job Description

Our client, a global strategic, environmental, and engineering consultancy, is currently seeking a Mechanical Support Technician to join their team in Shoreham. This role is offered on a contract basis to support a period of high workload from several exciting projects within the automotive and OEM sectors.
Key Responsibilities:

• Assembly of mechanical systems, such as pipework, test frames, and air and exhaust ducting.
• Fabrication of simple parts in various materials using techniques like jigging, bending, and sheet metal joining.
• Decommissioning, disassembly, and cleaning of test equipment following project completion.
• Moving equipment around the site using a forklift truck.
• Adherence to safety rules and following controls identified by risk assessments.

Job Requirements:

• Experience in the assembly and disassembly of mechanical components and assemblies.
• Recent forklift truck training, evidenced by a training completion certificate.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing situations and requirements with a detailed and methodical approach.
• Experience in manual machining techniques, including setting and operating lathes, drilling machines, metal saws, linishing and grinding machines.
• Experience in the use of sheet metal fabrication equipment such as guillotines, rollers, folding, and punching equipment.
• Experience using electric and gas welding equipment, including TIG, MIG, Oxy Fuel, and Plasma cutting equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics, using measuring equipment such as micrometers, vernier callipers, clocks, gauges, and laser alignment equipment.
• Flexibility to work outside normal working hours when required, including long shifts or weekend working.
• PC skills, including proficiency in Word and Excel, are desirable.

Benefits:

• Contract opportunity to support during a time of high workload.
• Initially offered for a three-month period.
• Inclusive and diverse working environment.
• Supportive team culture and opportunities for professional growth.

If you are a skilled Mechanical Support Technician looking for a challenging contract role to apply your expertise, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team in Shoreham.

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