Senior Craft Person - Mechanical

Title: Senior Craft Person - Mechanical

Location: Droitwich Spa (with potential travel to customer sites)

Pay: £19.95 ph

Shift : Monday- Thursday 7.30am-4pm/ Friday 7am-1pm

Job Type: Temp to Perm role

Role Overview: 

The Senior Craft Person - Mechanical is a skilled professional responsible for the assembly and installation of pipe work systems in accordance with specified standards. This role involves overseeing both internal and subcontracted teams, ensuring high-quality, timely completion of mechanical projects, and upholding stringent health, safety, and housekeeping standards.

Key Responsibilities:

General Duties:

• Maintain exemplary housekeeping standards following 5S principles.
• Ensure health and safety compliance for oneself and others.
• Manage tools and materials, ensuring accurate tracking and allocation.
• Coordinate and allocate work to craft persons and subcontractors.
• Co-lead Kaizen events to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure all work is completed to the highest quality, adhering to specified materials and procedures.
• Demonstrate flexibility and cooperation in response to changing business demands.

Mechanical Duties:

• Assemble pipework systems according to Work Instructions (WI1).
• Complete multi-section plantrooms efficiently and accurately.
• Ensure timely completion of all assigned work.
• Sign off on job cards and test certificates.
• Perform hydrostatic and pneumatic testing as required.

Role Requirements:

Mechanical:

• H&V Apprenticeship or NVQ equivalent, or a minimum of five years’ experience in H&V site installation.
• Valid CSCS Card.
• Ability to coach and mentor craft persons and assistants.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting schematic and general arrangement (GA) drawings.

General:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• Strong work ethic with a commitment to enhancing customer experience and reducing costs.
• Positive problem-solving attitude and ability to motivate team members.

Key Attributes:

• Highly motivated and driven to achieve exceptional results.
• Professional, conscientious, and dedicated to meeting project standards and deadlines.

This role is critical in ensuring the successful and efficient execution of mechanical installations while fostering a productive and safety-focused work environment.