Job Description

If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given.

Craft Fitter

Location: Coulport - 20 minutes North of Helensburgh (Scotland)

Package: Starting from £39,995 - There is an opportunity to increase your earnings by working overtime and shifts, for which excellent enhanced rates are paid.

Working pattern: Core working hours of 07:15 to 16:45 Monday to Thursday (Due to the nature of the role, there are times when you will be required to work 13-hour shifts (for which you will be paid competitive overtime rates)

This will include some Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays and may include night shifts (for which additional payment is made). It is therefore essential that you are flexible on working hours.

Ready to play your part?

At AWE, it’s not just a job, it’s far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part?

AWE is currently recruiting for Craft Fitters to carry out mechanical/electrical handling operations within required work areas.

As a Craft Fitter, you will ensure that all processing and handling operations are completed within programme restrictions and to approved operating procedures, safety cases and legislative requirements by adherence to the regulations laid down in Procedural Guides, Work Instructions, and Safe Systems of work relevant to the work area and identify any areas of concern or serious shortcomings which affect operations to Line Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform all processing and handling operations as necessary to meet outputs.
• Support processing activities which may include:
• Reading and controlling the process and ensuring no deviations from approved procedures.
• Undertaking the mechanical or electrical operations required to complete the process.
• Assisting the operator to muster and prepares tools, equipment and materials required for the process.
• Be competent to use a range of equipment, hand tools and machinery.
• Performs x-ray processing, inspection and maintenance operations.
• Perform packing / unpacking operations, utilising appropriate lifting equipment, test equipment and extraction equipment.
• Perform loading and unloading of trailers, using appropriate lifting and crane equipment.
• Perform crane / slinger duties.
• Perform LOLER inspection of lifting equipment.
• Carry out equipment modifications, when required in accordance with approved procedures.
• Perform Facility Maintenance tasks as required.
• Attending all periodic mandatory and on-the-job training, as directed.
• Individuals may be expected to undertake tasks in support of other teams and undertake any other duties deemed to be within the job holder’s capability and grade.
• The Company may require you to fulfil any other reasonable duties aligned to your position from time to time in line with business needs.
• Perform additional responsibilities specific to the site, which will be confirmed at the time of appointment.

Who are we looking for?

We do need you to have the following:

• A recognised craft-related apprenticeship (mechanical or electrical) or equivalent (SVQ level 3, ONC, City & Guilds etc).
• Current or previous experience working within a manufacturing or processing environment
• Conversant in carrying out mechanical fitting or electrical work

Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we’d like you to have experience in some of the following:

• Experience of using cranes is preferable however you must be willing and able to undertake training and certification
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience of working in a Ministry of Defence, Nuclear or Radiological work environment would be desirable.
• Ability to work well in a team as well as independently and adapting a flexible working approach

Work hard, be rewarded:

We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including:

• Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
• Generous holiday entitlement 266 hours a year (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
• Employee Assistance Programme and on-site Occupational Health Services, including access to physiotherapy, GP appointments, counselling support, financial advice etc.
• Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
• Discounts – access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
• On site Gym.
• Assisted Transport Service - subsidised buses onto site .
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.

The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.

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Next steps:

Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don’t always ‘tick every box’. That’s why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don’t meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we’d love to receive your application.

Important things you need to know:

• We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes.
• You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV.
• We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.
• Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.

Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions.

Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.