Workshop Machinist - Hydraulics Repair / Engineering

Our client, a leading distributor and manufacturer of hydraulic components serving customers across the Uk are looking to expand their team with a Workshop Machinist - Hydraulics Repair / Engineering to be based in Braintree, Essex.
On Offer:
* An exciting opportunity to join a growing business and play an important role in developing its workshop operation
* Attractive salary ranging from £35K-£40K dependant on skills and experience
* ​Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:30pm.
* ​Overtime available as required.
* ​Company pension.
* ​On-site parking.
Main Purpose of the Role:
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Workshop Machinist would take responsibility for running and organising the machine workshop. This is a hands-on position offering an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys practical engineering work, solving problems and improving the way a workshop operates.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* ​Diagnose faults and carry out repairs to hydraulic rams and components.
* ​Strip down, inspect, refurbish and reassemble hydraulic cylinders.
* ​Test completed hydraulic rams to ensure safe, efficient and reliable operation.
* ​Operate manual lathes, pillar drills and band saws.
* ​Welding of components as required.
* ​Liaise directly with customers to understand job requirements and provide quotations.
* ​Manage workshop stock and order parts and materials as required.
* ​Source competitive pricing where possible.
* ​Organise and manage outsourced work.
* ​Communicate effectively with colleagues, customers and suppliers.
* ​Maintain a clean, tidy and well-organised workshop.
* ​Follow all company health and safety procedures and safe working practices.
* ​Use workshop tools and equipment correctly and report faults or hazards.
* ​Help identify opportunities to improve workshop processes and efficiency.
To be Considered:
* Engineering qualification such as NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent.
* ​Previous experience working within a hydraulic repair environment.
* ​Experience with stock control and ordering parts.
* ​Experience repairing and refurbishing hydraulic rams or cylinders – preferred.
* ​ The ability to diagnose faults, strip, inspect and reassemble components.
* ​Experience operating manual lathes, pillar drills, band saws and welding.
* ​A good understanding of general workshop practices.
* ​ The ability to test components to ensure safe and reliable operation.
* ​ Good communication skills and confidence liaising with customers.
* ​The ability to organise your own workload and manage competing priorities.
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