Workshop Machinist - Hydraulics Repair / Engineering

Our client, a leading distributor and manufacturer of hydraulic components serving customers across the Uk are looking to expand their team with a Workshop Machinist - Hydraulics Repair / Engineering to be based in Braintree, Essex. On Offer:

• An exciting opportunity to join a growing business and play an important role in developing its workshop operation
• Attractive salary ranging from £35K-£40K dependant on skills and experience
• ​Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:30pm.
• ​Overtime available as required.
• ​Company pension.
• ​On-site parking. Main Purpose of the Role: Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Workshop Machinist would take responsibility for running and organising the machine workshop. This is a hands-on position offering an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys practical engineering work, solving problems and improving the way a workshop operates. Duties and Responsibilities:
• ​Diagnose faults and carry out repairs to hydraulic rams and components.
• ​Strip down, inspect, refurbish and reassemble hydraulic cylinders.
• ​Test completed hydraulic rams to ensure safe, efficient and reliable operation.
• ​Operate manual lathes, pillar drills and band saws.
• ​Welding of components as required.
• ​Liaise directly with customers to understand job requirements and provide quotations.
• ​Manage workshop stock and order parts and materials as required.
• ​Source competitive pricing where possible.
• ​Organise and manage outsourced work.
• ​Communicate effectively with colleagues, customers and suppliers.
• ​Maintain a clean, tidy and well-organised workshop.
• ​Follow all company health and safety procedures and safe working practices.
• ​Use workshop tools and equipment correctly and report faults or hazards.
• ​Help identify opportunities to improve workshop processes and efficiency. To be Considered:
• Engineering qualification such as NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent.
• ​Previous experience working within a hydraulic repair environment.
• ​Experience with stock control and ordering parts.
• ​Experience repairing and refurbishing hydraulic rams or cylinders – preferred.
• ​ The ability to diagnose faults, strip, inspect and reassemble components.
• ​Experience operating manual lathes, pillar drills, band saws and welding.
• ​A good understanding of general workshop practices.
• ​ The ability to test components to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• ​ Good communication skills and confidence liaising with customers.
• ​The ability to organise your own workload and manage competing priorities. For full details, contact Willis Global - Experts in Recruiting