Hydraulic Fitter Heckmondwike

Kinetic Solutions Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

DHX, the hydraulic fitting arm of Kinetic Solutions Group, is based at our Heckmondwike facility in West Yorkshire. We are seeking a skilled Hydraulic Fitter to assemble, install, and maintain advanced hydraulic systems across workshop and customer sites.

The role requires a mechanical apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification, plus experience in hydraulic build, maintenance and commissioning. Strong fault finding and a safe-working mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in mechanical engineering.
• Experience with hydraulic systems including build, maintenance and commissioning.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Commitment to safe working practices and health & safety regulations.
• Excellent communicator, able to work independently or within a team.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test hydraulic systems (HPUs, cylinders, manifolds, pipework).
• Conduct quality checks and support factory acceptance testing.
• Install and commission equipment on customer sites, including motors and gearboxes.
• Perform hydraulic flushing, pressure testing, and servicing.
• Diagnose faults, carry out maintenance, and prepare service reports.
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams, ensuring compliance and documentation.
• Represent DHX professionally during site visits (UK and occasional overseas travel).

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Mechanical apprenticeship

Fault finding

Drawings/Schematics

H&S knowledge

Communication

Education

Level 3 Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About Us DHX is the hydraulic engineering arm of Kinetic Solutions Group, delivering high-performance fluid power systems across sectors including Renewable Energy, Defence, Infrastructure, and Stadia. Based at our Heckmondwike facility in West Yorkshire, we design and build mission-critical hydraulic equipment for projects across the UK and worldwide.

The Role We are seeking a skilled Hydraulic Fitter to assemble, install, and maintain advanced hydraulic systems. This is a hands-on role involving both workshop and site work, supporting the delivery and servicing of bespoke engineered solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and test hydraulic systems (HPUs, cylinders, manifolds, pipework).
• Conduct quality checks and support factory acceptance testing.
• Install and commission equipment on customer sites, including motors and gearboxes.
• Perform hydraulic flushing, pressure testing, and servicing.
• Diagnose faults, carry out maintenance, and prepare service reports.
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams, ensuring compliance and documentation.
• Represent DHX professionally during site visits (UK and occasional overseas travel).

Skills & Experience

• Mechanical apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with hydraulic systems (build, maintenance, commissioning).
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Knowledge of safe working practices and health & safety regulations.
• Effective communicator, able to work independently or in a team.