Mechanical Fitter

Key Responsibilities

• Install, assemble, maintain, and repair mechanical plant, equipment, and machinery
• Work from engineering drawings, technical specifications, and job instructions
• Carry out fault diagnosis and breakdown repairs to minimise downtime
• Perform routine preventative maintenance in line with schedules
• Fit and align pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, bearings, seals, and other mechanical components
• Use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment safely and accurately
• Carry out site installation work, including on-site fitting and commissioning
• Complete accurate job reports, timesheets, and maintenance records
• Identify and report any equipment defects, hazards, or areas for improvement
• Work collaboratively with the wider engineering, fabrication, and project teams
• Adhere strictly to health and safety procedures and site-specific requirements

Skills & Experience Required

• Time-served Mechanical Fitter or equivalent (NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering, or similar)
• Proven experience in a mechanical fitting, maintenance, or installation role within an industrial environment
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, including rotating equipment, hydraulics, and pneumatics
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Competent using precision tools and measuring equipment
• Good problem-solving skills with a methodical approach to fault-finding
• Full UK driving licence (site travel may be required)