Assembly Fitter

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of. 

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?

We are now looking for a  

Assembly Fitter

to join our team working for a better future.  The position is permanent and the preferred location for the position is in Havant, UK.

This role would suit someone with experience with hydraulics/industrial pipe fitting/ heavy mechanical assembly/ high pressure testing (air and water) / assembly and process test of composite and metal work assemblies 

As Assembly Fitter, your work will focus on these responsibilities:  

• Assembly of heavy duty shaftline seals
  • Positioning, assembly and alignment of large multi-component seals using hand tools and lifting equipment 
  • Testing of large multi component assemblies – High pressure water and air
  • Ensuring all assemblies meet drawing specifications - Torque settings/alignment/test results
  • Support engineering in development assembly and testing
  • Cut/bond and assemble rubber components
• Work collaboratively with manufacturing engineering teams to resolve non-conforming product
• Communicate with all ops teams to ensure proactive actions are taken to meet OTIF.
• Continuous improvement relating to process assessment and review.
• All duties carried out to be done in a safe manner following H&S safety procedures.
• Support stores and packing teams in line with business demand.
• Rubber parts to be cut/bonded to spec.
• Work between Assembly/Rubber and Stores operations, driven by business demand/workload requirements. 
• MAIN AND PRIMARY ROLE: Assembly/Rubber duties require the assembling and testing of seals to drawing specification, cut/bond rubber parts.
• Communicate with all ops teams to ensure proactive actions are taken to meet OTIF.
• Continuous improvement relating to process and procedures.
• All duties carried out to be done in a safe manner following H&S safety procedures.

 To be successful in this role, we expect you to have:  

• Experience/background of working in a production/engineering environment is essential.
• Understand Health& Safety environment/procedures.
• Mechanical/assembly aptitude.
• Read and understand drawings is essential.
• Stores experience desirable.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers.
• Flexibility to work across Logistics Operations teams.
• Clean driver's license essential.
• Safety awareness.
• Ideally educated to college standard or solid experience working in manufacturing industry.
• Industry standard computer packages (Microsoft / MRP systems).

Desirable experience 

• Good mechanical aptitude 
• Understanding of Health& Safety environment/procedures.
• Experience/background of working in a production or engineering environment
• Understanding of mechanical engineering and assembly process disciplines
• Strong experience of working to and interpreting engineering drawings
• Woking with high pressure test machinery (air and water)
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers.
• Clean driver's license essential.

Why you and us?  

We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility of our work. We support each other’s growth and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have courage to see opportunities and take initiative.  

We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe in that by being your own true self you can accomplish so much more. We don’t always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we make sure to learn and grow from them. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, and where you can feel safe and cared for. Are you eager to be part of this ambition?  

We have an amazing team and we are excited about our work and the impact it has on building sustainable societies. We are looking to find a colleague with this shared passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future.  

Contact & next steps  

We hope to hear from you soon, by submitting your application through our careers portal. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout.  

For further questions please reach out to Jess Baxter, Talent Acquisition Partner, through email jess.baxter@wartsila.com with any questions related to this position (NO AGENCIES - Only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to).  

Welcome to join us in shaping the decarbonisation of marine and energy! 

Last application date: 02/12/2024 

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities. 

This is Wärtsilä 

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 17,800 professionals, in more than 280 locations in 79 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.