The broad purpose of the occupation is to produce complex high value, low
volume components or assemblies in full or part, using machines, equipment or
systems, to the required specification. For example, turbines, cranes,
gearboxes, production lines, rigs and platforms.
Fitters may typically have a mechanical, electrical, electronic, control
systems, pipe fitting or instrumentation bias or operate across multiple
disciplines depending on the type of assembly. To produce or re-furbish the
components fitters will interpret drawings/specifications and plan their work,
for example ensuring they have the right tools, equipment and resources to
complete the task to the required specification.
Fitters are required to check their work against quality standards and make
adjustments as required based on their knowledge. On completion of the task a
fitter will hand over the product and prepare the work area for the next task by
checking equipment meets the standards required to operate. They may be based in
a workshop or clients premises - this may include hazardous environments.
The course is delivered by a mixture of theory and practical work, both at
College and in the workplace.
