Skilled Fitter
Howden, A Chart Industries Company
Assemble and test screw compressors to specifications in a shift-based manufacturing role.
7 days ago ago
£37,500 - £53,500
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
screw assembly
compressor testing
quality management
safety compliance
documentation
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.
- Contribute & comply with accurate collation of Shop Floor documentation information. To ensure compliance to internal and external requirements.
- Assemble Screw Compressors to Engineering Drawings and Contract Specifications.
- Conform to all aspects of HCO Quality Management system including the fulfilment of all relevant procedures, including all WSIs to ensure conformance to international standards.
- Test Screw Compressors hydraulically and pneumatically to specification
- Dispose of all waste in accordance with site waste segregation requirements.
- Deliver Quality product in a timely manner whilst contributing to efficient and effective manufacturing principles to ensure compliance with cost forecasts.
- Interact & respond to all aspects of HBE supporting cost reduction, efficiency, delivery and Quality improvements
- Assemble Screw Compressors to Engineering/Contract Specification.
- Adhere to relevant instructions contained within SOPs/ WSI’s on the assembly of Screw Compressors to ensure that each compressor is built to specific standards.
- Provide training support for Apprentices and work colleagues to ensure appropriate skill transfer.
What you bring
forklift
mechanical apprenticeship
lean manufacturing
electrical
rotating equipment
mechanical testing
- Good communication skills
- Previous experience of precision manufacturing & assembly processes
- Lifting & Slinging and forklift certification
- Recognised Mechanical fitting apprenticeship and relevant qualifications.
- Engineering Drawing interpretation ability
- Lean Manufacturing Skills
- Electrical systems awareness
- Rotating equipment experience i.e. compressors, pump and turbines.
- Experience in a Mechanical testing environment and familiar with related safety procedures and processes.
- Group Income Protection plan.
- Healthcare cash plan
- Generous holiday entitlement package totally 33 days annual leave
- A competitive salary of £37,500, rising to £39,000 upon completion of training. Also the opportunity to earn shift allowance with the team currently operating a three-shift rotating structure with a rate of x1.33, consisting of early shift (6am-2pm), back shift (2pm-10pm) and night shift (10pm-6am), Sunday Night - Friday Early. Additional overtime available out with the standard shift pattern (All overtime at 1.5).
- Dedicated Help@Hand Service – Free Counselling, Physiotherapy, financial support etc. Training & Development Opportunities.
- Access to My Howden Benefits & Wellbeing Portal – Cycle2Work programme, range of discounts across various retailers, wealth of information to support health & wellbeing.
- Opportunity to be involved in our ESG ‘Bright Future’ initiatives – STEM ambassador & volunteering.
- Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental and adoption leave pay.
- Howden Pension Plan, with a max employer contribution of 7%
- Group Life Assurance plan at 3x salary.
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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 COâ‚‚ 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 COâ‚‚ Avoided
Customer Impact
Installed Howden products help avoid over 245 million tons of COâ‚‚ 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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