Mechanical Fitters

Join an International Engineering Company with Over 70 Years of Heritage

Vestas Aircoil is a leading international design, manufacturing and service company specialising in air cooling solutions for the marine, power generation and industrial sectors. Since 1956, we have delivered innovative and reliable heat exchanger solutions to customers worldwide.

With manufacturing operations in Denmark, China, Romania, the USA and the UK, and a UK presence since 2003, Vestas Aircoil combines global expertise with long-term local investment.

As part of our continued growth in Peterlee, we are seeking Mechanical Fitters to support both the manufacture of new heat exchangers and the servicing, refurbishment and repair of customer equipment.

This role combines mechanical assembly, testing, inspection, repair and overhaul activities, offering a varied and rewarding opportunity within a growing engineering business.

About the Role

This position offers the opportunity to work across the complete lifecycle of heat exchanger equipment, from the assembly and testing of new products through to the inspection, repair and refurbishment of equipment returned from service. Successful candidates will develop specialist expertise within a globally recognised heat exchanger business and may have future opportunities to support customer site work and field service projects both within the UK and internationally.

Key Responsibilities

New Product Assembly

• Assemble Dry Air Coolers (DAC), Charge Air Coolers (CAC) and associated heat exchanger products.
• Build assemblies in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications and work instructions.
• Install mechanical components, headers, frames and ancillary equipment.
• Carry out dimensional and quality inspections.

Testing & Inspection

• Conduct hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure testing.
• Perform leak testing and fault diagnosis.
• Complete inspection and quality documentation.
• Ensure all products meet company and customer quality requirements.

Service & Refurbishment

• Strip, inspect and assess customer heat exchangers.
• Diagnose mechanical defects and recommend repair solutions.
• Clean, repair and refurbish heat exchanger components and assemblies.
• Replace tubes, headers and damaged components as required.
• Rebuild equipment to approved specifications.
• Support root cause investigations and failure analysis activities.

Workshop & Field Service Support

• Support workshop overhaul and refurbishment activities.
• Assist with customer site work and field service projects where required.
• Prepare equipment for customer inspection and dispatch.

Continuous Improvement & Safety

• Maintain a safe and organised workplace.
• Follow all Health, Safety and Environmental requirements.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Promote quality, teamwork and customer satisfaction.

Essential Skills & Experience

Applicants should possess:

• Time-served Mechanical Fitter, Maintenance Technician or equivalent trade background.
• Recognised NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, Apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in mechanical assembly, overhaul or maintenance activities.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and fault finding capability.
• Good attention to detail and quality standards.

Desirable Skills & Experience

Experience in one or more of the following areas would be advantageous:

• Marine, power generation or industrial equipment.
• Pressure testing and leak detection.
• Brazing or fabrication.
• Shutdown or maintenance projects.
• Customer site or field service activities.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Full product and process training.
• Opportunity to work on specialist equipment serving global industries.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing international business.
• Supportive team environment.
• Modern workshop facilities.
• The opportunity to play a key role in developing and growing our Peterlee operation.
• The stability and backing of an established engineering company with over 70 years of heritage.

Why Join Vestas Aircoil UK North?

This is a unique opportunity to join Vestas aircoil at an exciting stage of growth. You will play a key role in establishing our new Peterlee facility while benefiting from the support, experience and career opportunities that come with being part of a successful global organisation.

If you enjoy practical work, take pride in quality workmanship and want to be part of building something new, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the Vestas aircoil UK North team.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Peterlee, County Durham
Work Location: On-site at Vestas aircoil UK North Ltd, Peterlee Site

Pay: From £32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Canteen
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Have you serviced and/or repaired heat exchangers previously

Experience:

• Mechanical engineering: 3 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person