Mechanical Fitter

  • CV Technical
  • Leicester, Leicestershire
  • Jan 06, 2026
Full time Engineering

Job Description

Mechanical Fitter / Machine Builder

Up to 40,000 + Overtime Days 37.5 hours 25 days holiday + bank holidays

A leading manufacturer of precision machinery is seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join their build and commissioning team. This role involves assembling bespoke machinery from detailed drawings, working with a variety of mechanical components, and contributing to full machine builds.



The Role

  • Build and assemble precision taping and winding machinery

  • Mechanical assembly involving plain bearings, linear bearings, rails and shafts

  • Installation of rolling element bearings, gearboxes, motors and pneumatic systems

  • Work with chain and sprocket drives

  • Use a wide range of hand tools and workshop equipment including lathes, millers, pedestal drills and grinders

  • Support full new machine builds and bespoke machinery projects

  • Work from technical drawings and engineering documentation

  • Use measuring equipment such as micrometers and similar precision tools



Experience and Skills Required

  • Mechanical fitting or machine-building background

  • Experience with both small precision equipment and larger machinery

  • Ability to assemble machinery from drawings

  • Previous work on bespoke or special-purpose machinery advantageous

  • Skilled in the use of measuring tools and workshop equipment



Training and Team Structure

  • On-the-job training provided

  • Long-term progression opportunities available

  • Team consists of four fitters supported by three commissioning engineers



Package and Hours

  • Salary: Up to 40,000

  • Hours: 37.5 per week

    • Mon-Thurs: 08:00-16:30

    • Fri: 08:00-13:30

  • Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays

  • Overtime:

    • 1.25x agreed overtime

    • 1.5x on Saturdays

    • 2x on Sundays (rare)

If you are interested in this role please apply and send your CV to kathryn.van- for a confidential conversation regarding the role