Gearbox Fitter

Hayley 247 Engineering Services Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic engineering firm in the UK is looking for a Gearbox Fitter to take charge of dismantling, inspecting and repairing industrial gearboxes. This role requires strong mechanical skills and problem-solving abilities. The successful candidate will ensure high standards of assembly and quality control, contributing to the efficient operations of the workshop. In addition to a competitive salary, the position offers various benefits, including pension and holiday leave. Apply today if you meet the qualifications!

Benefits

Pension

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life Assurance

Cash health care scheme

Birthday Vouchers

Employee Assistance Programme

Bike2Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in gearbox repair or a similar mechanical engineering environment is an advantage.
• Health & safety, environmental or quality training is desirable but not essential.
• Competent in selecting and using measuring/testing equipment to ensure accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Dismantling all types of industrial gearboxes and producing accurate inspection reports.
• Assembling gearboxes to a high standard, ensuring full readiness for installation.
• Supporting daily workshop operations including quality, health & safety and environmental activities.

Skills

Ability to follow instructions

Problem-solving skills

Working knowledge of gearbox types

Ability to read engineering data

Initiative

Education

GCSE or equivalent education

Apprenticeship in a relevant field

Tools

Measuring/testing equipment

Job description

Gearbox Fitter

Location: Dudley, DY1 4DA

Salary: Competitive

Contract: Full time, permanent - 40 hours per week

Benefits

Pension, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Life Assurance, Cash health care scheme - Paycare, Birthday Vouchers, EAP (Employee Assistant Programme) and Bike2Work Scheme!

Hayley 24 / 7 Engineering Services Ltd are now recruiting! Our purpose is to work with customers to maintain operations, increase efficiency, reduce total cost of ownership, and secure asset performance gains. We provide customers with quality round-the clock coverage for planned, predictive and reactive maintenance and repairs. Our main workshop is in Dudley, the capital of the industrial Black Country, West Midlands. This 35,000 sq. ft. facility houses the latest machinery, testing equipment and central functions, with a satellite facility in King's Lynn, Norfolk, specialising in electric motor rewinding and pump performance testing.

We are now recruiting for a Gearbox Fitter to assume responsibility for dismantling, inspecting, repairing, and assembling a wide range of industrial gearboxes. You will produce accurate technical reports, ensure repairs meet high standards, and contribute to the smooth running of the workshop.

Responsibilities

• Supporting daily workshop operations including quality, health & safety and environmental activities.
• Dismantling all types of industrial gearboxes and producing accurate inspection reports.
• Assembling gearboxes to a high standard, ensuring full readiness for installation.
• Interpreting engineering drawings, technical data and related documentation.
• Working independently, taking ownership of the accuracy and quality of your work.
• Identifying improvement opportunities and assisting in problem‑solving activities.
• Ensuring standard work practices and procedures are consistently followed.
• Responding to emergency breakdown situations when required.
• Undertaking additional related duties to support the smooth running of the department.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Working knowledge of various gearbox types.
• Ability to follow instructions and work using your own initiative.
• Competent in selecting and using measuring/testing equipment to ensure accuracy.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering data and drawings.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach.
• Health & safety, environmental or quality training is desirable but not essential.
• GCSE or equivalent education.
• Previous experience in gearbox repair or a similar mechanical engineering environment is an advantage.

What We Offer

• Be part of a successful, growing engineering group backed by a large multi-national organisation.
• Join a supportive team that values accuracy, collaboration, and professional development.
• Enjoy opportunities to grow your career in finance, with exposure to a broad range of accounting functions.
• Work in an environment where your ideas and contributions really matter.

If you feel you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role then click on APPLY today!

No agencies please.