Mechanical Fitter

Title: Generator Mechanic / Technician / Mechanical Fitter

Hours: 40x hours per week (Mon to Fri)

Annual Salary: £40,000

Hourly Rate: £17 to 19 per hour DOE

Location: Swindon

The Role

We are currently seeking a dedicated Generator Mechanic to join our team at the Equipment Support Facility. Reporting to the Spares and Repair Manager, you will play a pivotal role in inspecting equipment returning from loan and ensuring Portable Electrical Generation equipment meets safety standards for field reuse. Your responsibilities will include producing survey reports, conducting maintenance and servicing, providing technical support to other trades, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Complete Generator Maintenance and Servicing within contracted timeframes
• Provide technical advice and support to other trades regarding fault investigation and generator-related matters.
• Conduct training and mentoring of apprentices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
• Adhere to Health and Safety regulations, COSHH, Engineering Hygiene, Risk Assessments, and safe working practices in a hazardous environment.
• Undertake any other reasonable tasks aligned with your knowledge, experience, and position.

What We Need

• Recognised and accredited trade qualifications of City & Guilds standards or above.
• Proficient in fault finding and diagnostic abilities on both mechanical and electrical components.
• Understanding of Service Level Agreements (SLAs), service targets, objectives, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and safe working practices.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Competent computer skills, including MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook, MS Teams), and the ability to learn new software systems.
• Proactive approach to tasks and responsibilities.
• Capable of completing essential paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
• Must hold or be able to gain SC clearance (employer will pay & manage this for you)

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Recognised and accredited trade qualifications of City & Guilds standards or above.
• Previous experience within either of the following roles: Plant Fitter / Diesel technician / Agricultural or HGV Mechanic / Mechanical Engineer

A little about us...

Aligra have been established since 2007 and have since implemented supply partnerships with a number of the UK’s leading logistics companies. Whilst we work across all industries, we specialise in recruitment and talent management for the Automotive & Engineering, Driving & Industrial, Hospitality and Professional & Executive sectors.