The Role
You will work as part of our multi-disciplinary engineering team to bring water and wastewater projects from initial design, through to completion and handover to the client. You will have the opportunity to work alongside, and collaborate with, industry-leading project teams, working in a one‑team culture while broadening your own skill set.
As a Site Mechanical Fitter, you will support the project manager and contracts manager in the daily operation and delivery of projects, and demonstrate progression and development in your own career. Your primary focus will be Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation (MEICA) installation work, but you will also witness civil/building engineering works, commissioning and operations, providing a wide multi‑disciplinary knowledge base and opportunities for career advancement.
Glanua is a progressive company that seeks to develop its employees. Training and promotion within the organisation are always available to those who demonstrate aptitude and interest in furthering their career.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Work as part of a team in the delivery of one or more projects at any one time, embracing the ethos of a “one team” culture.
Ensure Health, Safety and Environmental standards, policies and procedures are always adhered to.
Review design stage mechanical drawings and P&ID to validate designs and spot issues before they arise.
Site install mechanical systems, pipework and equipment, including supporting brackets and stands. Pipework and valve installations may range from DN4mm to DN2000mm in PVC, DI, PE or SS.
Modify, fabricate and install mechanical systems.
Complete system testing, including pipework pressure tests and completion of inspection test records (ITRs) after installation.
Maintain and repair existing water/wastewater treatment equipment, including strip‑down, part replacement and re‑building.
Troubleshoot equipment and instrumentation, strip‑down and repair equipment as necessary to ensure good working order.
Conduct periodic inspections and preventative maintenance on system installations.
Organise and facilitate plant shutdowns and/or diversion of flows with the project delivery team and the customer through permit‑to‑work systems.
Ensure all works meet company and mechanical standards.
Complete Health & Safety checks and permits as required for work activities being undertaken.
Ensure a positive experience for the customer and their representatives, instilling an ethos of professionalism, collaboration and co‑operation.
Seek to improve the mechanical installation process by providing lessons learned feedback and innovative solutions for future projects.
Keep appraised of the latest standards and technology through continuous professional development (CPD).
Show eagerness to learn, progress in your own career and mentor or train more junior staff. Glanua has a proven track record of developing staff and promoting from within the organisation.
Other duties as required from time to time.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role, preferably in the water and wastewater industry.
Trade qualified Mechanical Fitter/Fabricator or Maintenance Mechanical Fitter.
Experience in the mechanical installation of equipment, systems and pipework (including Stainless Steel, PVC, PE, and Ductile Iron).
Good working knowledge of mechanical systems, including strip‑down repair and re‑building.
An interest in developing a career within an industry‑leading organisation.
Ability to work as part of a team in project delivery and provide input at team meetings.
Ability to engage with suppliers and sub‑contractors at procurement stage and during contract delivery.
Use own initiative, problem‑solve and adjust as issues arise during project delivery.
Strong communication skills with a high level of motivation.
Full driving licence.
What we offer you
The opportunity to join an ambitious and growing organisation.
Monday to Friday working week finishing early on Fridays.
22 days annual leave plus 10 bank holidays.
Competitive base salary.
A company laptop and phone.
Access to EAP – 24/7 365 days confidential employee counselling service, free to avail for employees and their families.
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