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Mechanical Fitters – Marshall Land Systems

**PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING: **Recognising the RESTRICTED nature of the work suitable candidates will be baseline level (BPSS) clearable or eligible for this level of clearance**

Role Overview:

Marshall Land Systems are hiring within their production teams and they have opportunities for skilled Mechanical Fitters to join their site in Cambridge (postcode is CB5 8RX) the role plays a pivotal part in high-profile military projects, dealing with the production of both vehicles and containers, and your ideas and contribution will be valued in a business where people really matter

Duties include:

• To manufacture, assemble and build specialist projects using engineering drawings and associated design data to meet the business and customer expectations
• Installing rivets with pneumatic rivet guns
• Use of silicone and sealants with different preparation methods
• Using battery and electric powered drill guns
• Wearing correct PPE for the right job and maintaining safety at all times
• Working from engineering drawings, written Instructions and 3D modelling
• Assembling and joint different panels and parts to together
• Torquing, torque marking and recording, completing a job travellers
• Following and abiding to health and safety and company procedures and practices
• Maintaining a clean safe working environment
• Working in pairs and lone to archive daily targets
• Fettling using approved and calibrated settings tools
• Recording progress of work and signing in on job using computers
• Inspecting and recording before passing on to the next stage
• Treating aluminium or steel panels and components with various chemicals such as sicoseal
• Drilling, reaming, counter sinking aluminium, steel, wood and PVC plastic assemblies and components
• To support the Production Managers and Team Leaders, ensuring that all Marshall Land Systems projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standard
• Ensure all tasks are carried out within the allocated time
• To understand and work to configuration control processes
• To ensure production processes and procedures are maintained
• Take an active role in continuous improvements, to include lean and 5s procedures
• Ensure a clean compliant work area is maintained at all times
• Ensure equipment and tooling required is identified to the line manager
• Attend and support production meetings if required
• Completion of daily timesheets

Candidates from the below backgrounds/disciplines would be suitable:

• Coach builders
• Kitchen fitters
• Sheet metal workers / fabricators
• Joiners
• Shop fitters
• Specialist vehicle builders who have worked on installations of commercial vehicle installations

Qualifications

Essential:

• Mechanical, fitting or joining experience
• Previous experience within automotive or heavy industry highly desirable
• Any prior experience in Vehicle Body Building, Mechanical Fitting or equivalent trade highly beneficial
• Understanding and experience in Assembly processes and techniques
• Competent skills gained through training and experience and ability to communicate within team
• Familiar with a workshop environment
• Understanding of Production methods and processes
• Competent understanding and ability to read engineering drawings and associated design data
• Understand planning methods and skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Desirable:

• Ideally completed a City and Guilds Apprenticeship or equivalent in Vehicle Body Building, Mechanical Fitting, Manufacturing and Assembly Qualification or comprehensive on the job experience
• Understanding of Appraisals/PDR’s
• Semi-Skilled candidates with manufacturing/production experience will be considered

Further Details:

Rate(s):

PAYE

Standard is £19.69 (carries £3.06’s worth of holiday pay on top of every hour worked so total hourly pay is £22.75 per hour)

overtime (anything over 37 hours & Saturday) £29.54 per hour

Sunday's £39.38 per hour

UMBRELLA

*If you go with an Umbrella company there are deductions (employers NI, apprentice levy etc) plus the Umbrella companies own fee: ask for further details/breakdown*

standard is £27.09 per hour

overtime (anything over 37 hours & Saturday) is £40.64 per hour

Sundays is £54.04 per hour

*role is INSIDE I535*

Duration: ongoing, initially for 6-12 months (strong potential for extension and permanent prospects)

Hours: Monday – Thursday (7.15am-3.45pm) half day finish on Friday’s (7.15am-12.15pm)

Address: Marshall Land Systems, Newmarket Rd, Cambridge CB5 8RX

About Marshall’s:

Marshall Land Systems is a Canadian-owned global company with an unrivalled pedigree of British engineering excellence. From its origins in Cambridge, UK, through more than a century of innovation, pioneering advances from the nose of Concorde to the early Hydrogen fuel cell technology that ultimately powered the moon landings, Marshall engineers now continue to innovate specialist vehicles and infrastructure for NATO forces across the world. From bomb disposal vehicles to deployed shelters, from command and control to CT scanners on the battlefield, Marshall Land Systems protects people in critical situations with the very best in engineering. It employs 600 people with major facilities the UK, Canada, and the Netherlands.

We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator with a current Counterbalance Licence to join our warehouse team. The successful candidate will be responsible for safely and efficiently handling materials, operating forklifts, and supporting shipping and receiving operations. This role is vital to maintaining smooth warehouse functions and ensuring timely processing of goods. The ideal applicant will possess strong mechanical knowledge, experience with warehouse management systems, and the ability to perform heavy lifting with precision.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Counterbalance forklift to load, unload, and transport materials within the warehouse
• Manage shipping and receiving processes, ensuring accurate documentation and handling of goods
• Utilise warehouse management systems to track inventory movements and update records
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic repairs to maintain forklift safety and functionality
• Handle materials with care, adhering to safety protocols during loading and unloading activities
• Assist in organising stock storage areas for optimal space utilisation
• Support inventory counts and cycle counts as required
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment to promote safety and efficiency

Requirements

• Valid Counterbalance forklift licence with proven experience in forklift operation
• Prior warehouse experience, including materials handling and shipping & receiving tasks
• Mechanical knowledge for basic equipment repairs and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) preferred
• Ability to perform heavy lifting safely, up to specified weight limits
• Basic mathematical skills for inventory management and measurement tasks
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail in documentation and stock organisation
• Physical fitness to stand for extended periods and perform manual handling tasks effectively

This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking a dynamic position within a busy warehouse environment. The successful candidate will be a proactive team player committed to safety standards and operational excellence.

Location

Wixams Nr Bedford

Hours

Monday to Friday

08:00 - 16:00

Overtime is paid at time and third after 16:00

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