Fitter

Mansell Recruitment Group; Whiteley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Semi-Skilled Fitter in Whiteley, England. This role involves supporting the production of components for top engine manufacturers, with tasks ranging from precision fabrication to manual assembly. Ideal candidates will have strong engineering hand skills and be able to read engineering drawings. Benefits include a salary of up to £27,000 per year, 22 days holiday, and an annual profit-share scheme.

Benefits

22 days holiday

Annual profit-share scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong engineering hand skills.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process tubing (cutting, de-burring, cleaning).
• Produce pipe end forms to drawings and inspection requirements.
• Perform swaging, flanging, flaring, polishing, and cleaning.
• Form olives/cutting rings and carry out jig fitting (with training).
• Conduct pre‑stress/autofrettage operations.
• Fabricate drain manifolds and drain‑line parts.
• Perform assembly work such as enclosures and clamp assemblies.
• Maintain component cleanliness in a cleanroom.
• Operate workshop bending machinery.
• Carry out other duties as required.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Strong engineering hand skills

Job description

Semi-Skilled Fitter

Overview

This role involves supporting the production of components for leading engine manufacturers. The work includes using workshop machinery, applying bench skills, and operating within a cleanroom environment. Tasks vary from part picking and manual assembly to precision fabrication.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and process tubing (cutting, de-burring, cleaning)
• Produce pipe end forms to drawings and inspection requirements
• Perform swaging, flanging, flaring, polishing, and cleaning
• Form olives/cutting rings and carry out jig fitting (with training)
• Conduct pre‑stress/autofrettage operations
• Fabricate drain manifolds and drain‑line parts (including bending and silver soldering)
• Perform assembly work such as enclosures and clamp assemblies
• Maintain component cleanliness in a cleanroom
• Operate workshop bending machinery
• Carry out other duties as required

Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Strong engineering hand skills
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Desirable

• Silver‑soldering experience
• Pipe‑bending experience
• Formal engineering training

Salary & Benefits

• Up to £27,000 per year
• 22 days holiday
• Annual profit‑share scheme