Fitter

P+S Personnel Services Ltd; Haverhill; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Fitter to join their client’s team in Leiston on a full-time basis. Responsibilities include performing mechanical fitting, assembly, repair, and overhaul of various machinery and equipment. Ideal candidates should possess a recognised mechanical engineering qualification and proven experience in industrial settings. This role offers an opportunity to engage with diverse engineering challenges while ensuring safety and compliance with engineering standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter in relevant settings.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and engineering principles.
• Experience with diesel/gas engines or pumps is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical fitting, assembly, and repair of machinery.
• Identify mechanical faults and propose corrective actions.
• Install new mechanical equipment according to specifications.
• Maintain accurate job sheets and service reports.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and quality initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical fitting

Problem-solving skills

Ability to read engineering drawings

Understanding of mechanical systems

Education

Recognised mechanical engineering qualification

Job description

P+S Personnel are pleased to be working on behalf of our clients, who are currently seeking a Fitter to join their team on a full‑time, temporary basis based in Leiston.

Main Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical fitting, assembly, fault‑finding, repair, and overhaul of industrial machinery, pumps, rotating equipment, engines, gearboxes, compressors, valves, and associated systems.
• Dismantle and reassemble equipment using appropriate tools, techniques, and tolerances.
• Replace worn or damaged components, conduct alignments, and carry out routine servicing tasks.
• Identify mechanical faults and propose corrective actions to supervisors or engineers.
• Install new mechanical equipment, components, and assemblies in accordance with drawings, specifications, and engineering standards.
• Support the commissioning of new or refurbished equipment, including functional testing and verification.
• Assist in rigging, lifting, and positioning of heavy equipment (with support from riggers or lifting teams).
• Work in line with company procedures, risk assessments, method statements, and permit‑to‑work systems.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and complies with relevant engineering standards and regulations.
• Maintain accurate job sheets, inspection forms, service reports, and component traceability records.
• Follow HSE guidelines, use correct PPE, and participate in toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Attend customer sites, power stations, industrial plants, offshore installations, or client facilities to carry out mechanical work.
• Liaise with clients professionally and represent the company to a high standard.
• Support breakdown response, outage work, shutdowns, and planned maintenance campaigns.
• Carry out mechanical assembly, refurbishment, cleaning, pressure testing, and component preparation.
• Ensure workshop equipment is operated safely and maintained correctly.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and quality initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience

• Recognised mechanical engineering qualification (e.g., NVQ/SVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent).
• Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter in industrial, engineering, manufacturing, marine, power, or oil & gas settings.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, rotating machinery, and engineering principles.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Good problem‑solving skills with a methodical and safety‑focused approach.
• Experience with diesel/gas engines, pumps, gearboxes, or rotating equipment (Desirable).

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