Gas Turbine Fitter Job Details | Sulzer

Sulzer; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Aberdeen is seeking a Gas Turbine Fitter to repair and overhaul gas turbines. The ideal candidate has prior workshop experience and will contribute to quality and safety standards. This role offers a competitive salary, a 9-day fortnight, and various employee benefits including medical insurance and a performance-based bonus.

Benefits

Paid overtime opportunities

9-day fortnight working pattern

Annual performance-based bonus

Private medical insurance

33 days of annual leave

Access to retail and entertainment discounts

Confidential support via Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar workshop or engineering role.
• Knowledge of gas turbine repair and refurbishment is advantageous.
• Experience in fabrication, repair, or construction environments.

Responsibilities

• Strip, inspect, sub-assemble, and rebuild turbine components.
• Accurately record critical measurements and report non-conformances.
• Maintain clean and organised workstations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team-oriented

Organizational skills

Job description

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Gas Turbine Fitter-Full Time-Aberdeen,United Kingdom

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

At Sulzer GT Aero, we specialize in the repair, overhaul, and field service of industrial, marine, and power gas turbines. With over two decades of expertise, our team delivers tailored solutions to clients worldwide, ensuring reliability, performance, and rapid turnaround. From spare parts and consultancy to full turbine refurbishment, we’re the trusted partner for critical rotating equipment.

This role is based at our Netherley facility near Stonehaven in Aberdeenshire, a key hub for our turbine operations and customer support.

Your Role:

As a Fitter, you’ll be responsible for the hands-on repair and overhaul of gas turbines, power turbines, and associated equipment. You’ll work as part of a skilled workshop team, ensuring high standards of engineering, safety, and documentation throughout the build process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strip, inspect, sub-assemble, and rebuild turbine components.
• Accurately record critical measurements and report non-conformances.
• Maintain clean and organised workstations, ensuring tooling and chemicals are stored correctly.
• Complete all build documentation and submit for review.
• Support apprentice training and contribute to a culture of safety and quality.
• Input working hours into company systems and assist with non-conformance reporting.

What You’ll Bring:

• Previous experience in a similar workshop or engineering role.
• Knowledge of gas turbine repair and refurbishment (advantageous).
• Experience in fabrication, repair, or construction environments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• A team-oriented, adaptable approach.

What We Offer You:

• A competitive salary
• Paid overtime opportunities
• 9-day fortnight working pattern (every other Friday off)
• Annual performance-based bonus
• Private medical insurance
• 33 days of annual leave
• Access to retail and entertainment discounts — including Costco membership
• Discounted personal car leasing for employees, family, and friends
• Confidential support via our Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing learning and development through Sulzer Learning Pathways

Why GT Aero and Sulzer?

GT Aero Services combines the agility and specialist focus of a dedicated service centre with the global strength and stability of Sulzer. As part of a CHF 3.5 billion Swiss engineering group, Sulzer is committed to innovation, safety, and excellence. We’re proud to be recognised as a 2025 Top Employer in nine countries, including the UK, and hold the prestigious title of European Top Employer.

Join a passionate team that lives and breathes engineering — and help us deliver world-class turbine solutions to customers around the globe.

Ready to take the next step in your career?Apply now and become part of a team driving excellence in turbine services.

Do you have a question about the role?

Reach out to Daniel Faulkner at [e-mail] . Our team is looking forward to hearing from you!

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2025 in Brazil, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.