About JRD BIPEL
For over six decades, JRD BIPEL has been a leading UK specialist in the custom design, manufacture, and refurbishment of heavy-duty hydraulic presses and industrial compression machinery. Delivering bespoke engineering solutions to sectors ranging from aerospace and defence to renewable energy and automotive, we pride ourselves on precision engineering, quality craftsmanship, and technical innovation.
Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Fitter with a strong background in machine assembly and hydraulics to join our engineering team. You will play a key role in assembling, piping, testing, and servicing custom hydraulic machinery both in-house and on customer sites.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assembling and building bespoke machinery and hydraulic presses from engineering schematics.
- Installing, testing, and maintaining comprehensive hydraulic systems.
- Precision hydraulic pipe bending, forming, and routing to specification.
- Stripping, inspecting, overhauling, and resealing hydraulic cylinders and valves.
- Conducting quality checks and system testing prior to dispatch or on customer sites.
Experience & Essential Requirements:
- Proven hands-on experience in mechanical fitting and machine building.
- Practical expertise in hydraulics, pipe bending/forming, and cylinder/valve refurbishment.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical assembly drawings and hydraulic circuit diagrams.
- Full, clean UK driving licence required.
- Must have the legal right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available for this role).
- Time-served apprenticeship or mechanical engineering qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds) preferred.
What We Offer:
- Pay Rate: £17.50 – £21.00 per hour (depending on experience).
- Additional Allowances: Extra earning potential via regular Overtime + Working Out Bonus for site work.
- Work-Life Balance: Standard day shift (Mon–Fri 07:15 – 15:45) with no mandatory weekend shifts.
- Paid Time Off: 23 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (31 days total).
Pay: £17.50-£21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
