Gilbert Gilkes & Gordon Ltd
Gilkes are officially SSIP accredited
Gilkes are officially SSIP accredited
Gilkes is proud to announce that we have achieved SSIP certification as both Principal Contractor and Principal Designer for our hydro-electric power plant services, accredited by Achilles.
This recognition underlines our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of health and safety in everything we do.
SSIP, which stands for Safety Schemes in Procurement, is an umbrella organisation that aims to streamline the prequalification process for health and safety assessments in the UK construction industry. It does this by facilitating mutual recognition between different health and safety assessment schemes. With this certification:
- We confirm our H&S management processes meet the HSE backed criteria
- We are recognised as an SSIP approved Principal Contractor and Principal Designer.
- We are streamlining our compliance for our customers and suppliers
Securing this certification was a key requirement from one of our Framework Agreement customers. We are proud to meet and uphold this important industry standard. Gilkes is intent on providing and maintaining a safe and healthy working environment for all our employees and visitors to our sites and facilities.
Hydro Fitter
Apply NowAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Fitter to join our well-established engineering organisation, based at our head office in Kendal, Cumbria. Reporting to the Fitter Supervisor, you will be required to have a background in engineering and manufacturing. The role consists of:
- Assemble, disassemble and examine mechanical components and sub-assemblies to engineering drawings and supplier specifications
- Review engineering drawings and specifications to prepare material and equipment for customer demand
- Compile and complete technical reports
- Keep equipment in good working order by performing regular checks
- Prepare and perform safety inspections
Training will be provided on the job for any candidate wanting to embark on a new career in Hydro Fitting.
Must be prepared to travel frequently within the UK and globally at short notice.
Please use the link for further information on the role and to learn about Gilkes employee benefits, including; working away allowance, life insurance, generous pension scheme and much more.
