Fitter

E3recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing business in St Helens is seeking a Fitter to help with bespoke vehicle builds. The ideal candidate has experience in chassis fitting or mechanical assembly, is confident with tools, and can read technical drawings. This role offers competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and a supportive team environment with ongoing training.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Overtime opportunities

20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Early finish on Fridays

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in chassis fitting or mechanical assembly.
• Confident in using hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to read technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Reading engineering drawings and fitting instructions.
• Using tools for high-quality installations.
• Carrying out quality checks per specifications.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Problem-solving ability

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring equipment

Job description

Fitter needed, paying circa £28000 – £30,000K DOE, Standard days, 28 days Holiday, this is a clean, modern working environment. You would be working for a Growing Manufactruing business, which is excelling in the industry.

Location of the Fitter Position: St Helens

A growing business that specialists in vehicle conversions, installations, and fleet is looking to recruit a Fitter to work as a Chassis Fitter to join the workshop team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with proven mechanical assembly/fitting experience who is looking to work on bespoke and specialist vehicle builds.

Key Responsibilities of the Fitter role:

• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, technical diagrams, and fitting instructions.
• Using hand tools, power tools, and workshop equipment to complete high-quality installations.
• Modifying and drilling chassis rails, brackets, and mounting points where required.
• Installing hydraulic/electrical components and ensuring correct alignment of systems.
• Carrying out quality checks to ensure work meets company and client specifications.
• Working as part of a small team in a busy workshop environment.
• Adhering to all health & safety policies and maintaining a clean, safe workspace.

Skills & Experience Required for the Fitter position:

• Previous experience as a Chassis Fitter, Mechanical Assembler, or similar role within vehicle/body building, commercial vehicle fitting, or plant/agricultural engineering.
• Confident in the use of hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment.
• Ability to read and work from technical drawings.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and practical problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship.

Benefits of the Fitter role:

• Competitive hourly rate (£13.50 – £14 DOE).
• Overtime opportunities paid at enhanced rates.
• 20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (with 3 days reserved for Christmas shutdown).
• Early finish on Fridays.
• Ongoing training and development within a supportive team environment

If you are interested in this position please apply or call Maisie at E3 Recruitment