Fitter (Bridges)

AMB Recruitment Group; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Fabricator Fitter to join their Bridges team in Stockport. This role involves fabricating and fitting aluminium components with a safety-first approach. Ideal candidates will have a recognised apprenticeship and experience in heavy manufacturing. Join a respected organization dedicated to precision and technical excellence in support of the UK Ministry of Defence.

Qualifications

• Recognised Time-Served Apprenticeship in a relevant fitting/fabrication discipline.
• Previous hands-on experience in a heavy manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Solid understanding of engineering drawings and quality, safety, and environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and fit aluminium components using jigs, fixtures, and technical drawings.
• Ensure all work complies with safety regulations and standards.
• Operate with high precision using hand tools and measurement instruments.

Skills

Time-Served Apprenticeship in fitting/fabrication

Hands-on experience in heavy manufacturing

Understanding of engineering drawings

Excellent communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in relevant engineering discipline

Job description

We are working with the UK's leading defence company, who are seeking a skilled Fabricator Fitter to join their dedicated Bridges team at their cutting-edge facility in Stockport. You ll be part of a respected global organisation delivering long-term contracts to the UK Ministry of Defence, helping to build specialist defence infrastructure with precision, safety, and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fabricate and fit aluminium components using jigs, fixtures, and technical drawings.

• Ensure all work complies with safety regulations, fabrication procedures, and visual/non-destructive inspection standards.

• Operate with high precision using hand tools and measurement instruments.

• Accurately record activities within SAP through our MRP system.

• Identify and report equipment issues in line with approved maintenance procedures.

• Uphold all safety and environmental standards across the production floor.

What We re Looking For:

Essential:

• Recognised Time-Served Apprenticeship in a relevant fitting/fabrication discipline.

• Previous hands-on experience in a heavy manufacturing or fabrication environment.

• Solid understanding of engineering drawings and quality, safety, and environmental standards.

• Excellent communication skills and a methodical, safety-first approach.

Desirable:

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline.

Key Attributes:

• A proactive, reliable team player with strong organisational and time-management skills.

• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and adapt in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

• Comfortable building strong relationships across departments and following procedures with precision.

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