Fire Extinguisher Fitter

Recruiter
Confidential
Location
Stansted
Salary
Competitive
Posted
26 Mar 2021
Closes
23 Apr 2021
Sectors
Engineering
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Fire Extinguisher Fitter
JOB PURPOSE
• To carry out testing, repair and overhaul of fire extinguishers.
• To undertake hydrostatic testing of cylinders. (up to 3000 PSI)
• This will include inspecting / testing components, assembling (including welding), leak checking cylinders prior to charging and then filling them with gas.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Disassemble of fire extinguisher bottles
• Replace standard spares as part of the overhaul process
• Inspect individual parts and replace defective items.
• Thorough clean of components
• Hydrostatic testing of cylinders in accordance with Department of Transport requirements
• Re-assembly of the fire extinguisher components
• Charge Fire extinguishers with clean serviceable gas
EXPERIENCE:
• Previous experience of working with compressed gas systems, charging cylinders and overhauling components.
• Previous experience of working with Halon systems, charging bottles and overhauling components.
• Previous experience of working in an engineering/workshop environment.
• Prior experience working of interpreting and following in detail compliance manuals.
To be considered for this position please send your CV to Stuart at 3MD Technical Recruitment who are acting as a recruitment business for this position

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