Skilled Fitter
Howden, A Chart Industries Company
Assemble and test centrifugal, mixed flow and axial fans, ensuring alignment and safety.
6 days ago ago
£37,500 - £39,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Renfrew, Scotland, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
3,919 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Training & Simulation
Aftermarket Services
Servicing & Repairs
Retrofits & Upgrades
Spare Parts
Technical Support
Turnkey Solutions
Sector Specialisms
Metals Processing
Hydrogen
Glass Production
Energy Recovery
Carbon Capture
Water Treatment
Marine
Industrial Plant Operations
Role
What you would be doing
dynamic balancing
fan setup
mechanical testing
fan assembly
health & safety
training support
- Ensure adherence to company environmental, health and safety standards in compliance with company policies to ensure a safe working environmental and the minimisation of environmental impact.
- Maintain strict adherence to Howden Health & Safety standards throughout all fitting, fabrication, and testing activities on the shop floor.
- Perform dynamic balancing of shafts and impellers to ensure optimal performance and minimal vibration
- Perform dynamic balancing of shafts and impellers and set up fans for mechanical and performance testing in accordance with technical requirements.
- Collaborate with engineering and production teams to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues assembly and testing set up
- Set up fans for mechanical and performance testing, including alignment, instrumentation, and test rig configuration
- Interact & respond to all aspects of HBE supporting cost reduction, efficiency, delivery and Quality improvements
- Carry out occasional fabrication tasks, including basic welding, grinding, and fitting of custom components
- Assemble centrifugal, mixed flow, and axial fans in accordance with detailed engineering drawings, specifications and WSIs.
- Dispose of all waste in accordance with site waste segregation requirements
- Assemble centrifugal, mixed flow and axial fans to engineering drawings and specifications, ensuring mechanical integrity and alignment.
- Provide training support for Apprentices and work colleagues to ensure appropriate skill transfer.
What you bring
laser alignment
rotating equipment
lean manufacturing
mechanical fitting
drawing interpretation
precision manufacturing
- Previous experience in large engineered assemblies
- Good communication skills
- Laser alignment experience for motors, pumps, compressors and other rotating equipment
- Experience in a mechanical testing environment
- Previous experience of precision manufacturing & assembly components
- Lifting & Slinging and forklift certification
- Experience working on engineered to order packages for the Industrial Refrigeration, Petrochemical and Oil and Gas markets
- Rotating equipment experience, including balancing and high speed gearbox assemblies.
- Engineering Drawing interpretation ability
- Lean Manufacturing Skills
- P&ID Drawing Interpretation ability
- Recognised Mechanical Fitting apprenticeship and relevant qualifications.
- Howden Pension Plan with a maximum employer contribution of 7%
- Access to My Howden Benefits & Wellbeing Portal – Cycle2Work programme, range of discounts across various retailers, wealth of information to support health & wellbeing
- Generous holiday entitlement package totalling 33 days annual leave
- Healthcare cash plan
- Free onsite parking
- Group Life Assurance plan at 3x salary
- Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental and adoption leave pay
- Opportunity to be involved in our ESG ‘Bright Future’ initiatives – STEM ambassador & volunteering
- Group Income Protection plan
- Dedicated Help@Hand Service – free counselling, physiotherapy, financial support, medical second opinion, remote GP, personal training, nutrition consultations etc
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Company
Overview
160+ Years
Company History
The company has a legacy of over 160 years, contributing to the industrial revolution and modern clean-tech innovations.
2023
Recent Acquisition
Acquired by Chart Industries in 2023, merging legacy expertise with modern clean-tech ambitions.
100+ Countries
Global Presence
Operates with a worldwide footprint, delivering precision solutions across diverse industries.
Millions Saved
Emission Reduction
Pioneered innovations that have saved millions of cubic meters of vent gas, equivalent to tens of thousands of tons of CO₂ emissions.
- Serves industries worldwide, including power generation, oil & gas, water treatment, mining, and chemicals, through precision air and gas solutions.
- Typical projects include centrifugal fans for power plants, diaphragm compressors for toxic or radioactive gas handling, and steam turbines for energy recovery.
- Provides aftermarket services under a 4P model (Parts, Presence, Precision, Prevention) to ensure long-term reliability and uptime for critical assets.
100+
Countries Served
The company operates with a customer-centric approach, providing local responsiveness in over 100 countries.
- A culture focused on innovation, sustainability, and teamwork
- Commitment to developing engineered solutions that optimise customer processes and drive decarbonisation
- Dedication to continuous improvement and comprehensive after-sales support
50% Reduction
GHG Intensity Target
Committed to reducing Scope 1 & 2 greenhouse gas intensity by 50% by 2030, with a 2020 baseline.
Carbon Neutral by 2035
Net-Zero Target
Aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2035, marking a significant step toward sustainability goals.
>245M CO₂ Avoided
Customer Impact
Installed Howden products help avoid over 245 million tons of CO₂ emissions annually.
22–23% Emission Drop
Carbon Reduction in 2022
Achieved a substantial 22–23% absolute reduction in carbon emissions in 2022.
- 28% of operations achieved zero waste to landfill in 2022
- Mains water usage reduced by 7% year-over-year in 2022
- Joined CDP in 2021; CDP score improved from C (2021) to B (2022)
- 50% of production sites certified to ISO 14001 as of 2021
40% female on management team
Target by 2030
Aim to achieve 40% female representation on the management team by 2030.
35% female in senior roles
Target by 2030
Aim to achieve 35% female representation in senior roles by 2030.
25% volunteer participation
Employee volunteer rate
Aim to achieve 25% employee participation in community programs by 2030.
4 of 10 board members female
Board composition
4 out of 10 board members are female, reflecting a gender-balanced leadership structure.
- Launched Howden Compliance Week focused on ethics, data privacy, anti-bribery, anti-trust (since 2021)
- Introduced executive incentive plans linking 25% of short-term bonuses to ESG performance
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