Mechanical Site Fitter

Role Overview

As a Mechanical Site Fitter at Glanua, you will play an integral part within a diverse engineering team, contributing to water and wastewater projects from conception through to client handover. You'll collaborate with leading industry professionals under a culture that values teamwork and personal skill development.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate effectively in a team environment to deliver multiple projects simultaneously, embracing a one-team mindset.
• Consistently apply Health, Safety, and Environmental protocols and guidelines.
• Analyze and assess mechanical design documents and P&IDs early to identify potential challenges.
• Install mechanical systems, pipework (from DN4mm to DN2000mm), and equipment on-site using various materials including PVC, DI, PE, and stainless steel.
• Modify and fabricate mechanical components and systems as necessary.
• Perform system testing such as pipework pressure tests and complete inspection test records (ITRs) upon installation completion.
• Maintain, repair, strip down, and rebuild existing water/wastewater treatment apparatus.
• Troubleshoot mechanical equipment and instrumentation to ensure operational status.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance on installations.
• Coordinate and manage plant shutdowns or flow diversions through appropriate permit-to-work processes with project teams and customers.
• Ensure all work adheres to corporate mechanical and safety standards.
• Complete necessary safety checks and permit requirements for ongoing work activities.
• Foster professional and cooperative relationships with clients and stakeholders to ensure positive engagement.
• Provide feedback on installation processes, contributing innovations and lessons learned to improve future projects.
• Stay current with emerging industry standards and technologies through continuous professional development (CPD).
• Demonstrate willingness to advance career capabilities while mentoring junior personnel. The company supports career growth through training and promotion.
• Perform additional relevant duties as required.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of two years’ professional experience in similar mechanical roles, preferably within the water and wastewater sector.
• Trade qualification as a Mechanical Fitter, Fabricator, or Maintenance Mechanical Fitter.
• Proven expertise in installing mechanical systems and equipment, including pipework made from stainless steel, PVC, PE, and ductile iron.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, including the ability to dismantle, repair, and rebuild components.
• Desire to build a career within a renowned and innovative engineering organisation.
• Capacity to contribute effectively as a team member and actively participate in project meetings.
• Ability to liaise with suppliers and subcontractors throughout procurement and project phases.
• Good problem-solving ability and adaptability to challenges occurring during project execution.
• Excellent communication skills paired with a high degree of motivation.
• Possession of a valid full driving license.

Employee Benefits

• Opportunity to join a fast-growing and ambitious organisation.
• Workweek runs Monday to Friday with early finishes on Fridays.
• Annual leave entitlement of 22 days plus 10 public holidays.
• Competitive salary package.
• Provision of company laptop and mobile phone.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offering confidential counseling services 24/7, including for employees’ families.

About Glanua

Glanua is committed to people-centered growth, fostering innovation through workforce diversity, and providing an empowering environment for professional advancement. The company specializes in delivering pioneering and sustainable engineering solutions for water and wastewater infrastructure projects across Ireland and the UK, serving high-profile clients in the municipal and industrial segments. Glanua actively addresses environmental challenges, promoting a decarbonized and sustainable future while embedding core values of safety, integrity, collaboration, and inclusion. Employing over 550 professionals, the organisation is expanding rapidly across various engineering disciplines to support its strategic objectives.