Lead Mechanical Fitter

E3recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing organization in Leeds is seeking a Lead Mechanical Fitter to oversee mechanical fitting & testing operations. The role includes preparing pumps and gearboxes for testing, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with policies. The position offers a starting salary of £40,156, 33 days of holiday, and a 15% pension contribution. Conveniently located near major motorways, this is an excellent opportunity in a renowned facility.

Benefits

Annual bonus up to £1,700

15% Pension contribution

Onsite subsidised canteen

Onsite gym access

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical fitting and testing.
• Ability to provide supervisory support.
• Strong adherence to company policies and processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead a hands-on team in mechanical fitting and testing.
• Prepare rotating machinery for pre-shipping testing.
• Monitor workload and maintain manufacturing schedules.

Skills

Mechanical Fitting

Supervisory skills

Overhead crane operation

Job description

Overview

15% PENSION + ANNUAL BONUS + 33 HOLIDAYS + ONSITE SUBSIDISED CANTEEN + ONSITE GYM + VARIOUS OTHER HEALTH & WELLBEING BENEFITS

This Lead Mechanical Fitter vacancy is available with an award-winning organisation that has been ranked in the top 25 Manufacturing employers world-wide for the last 3 years. Since their establishment over 160 years ago, they have become a household name within a number of high-profile industries including Oil & Gas and Power Generation and now employ over 15,000 people across 180 facilities world-wide.

Their UK flagship facility is based in LEEDS, just a few miles from the M1 & M62 motorways, meaning that the successful Lead Mechanical Fitter can easily commute from Wakefield, Bradford, Selby, Castleford, Pontefract, Huddersfield, Wetherby and Harrogate.

Key responsibilities

• Working in an actively hands on Assistant Supervisory/Leading position within a Mechanical Fitting & Testing focused department
• Preparing Rotating Machinery (Pumps, Gearboxes & Motors) for pre shipping testing by installing various mechanical equipment & instruments, this involves frequent use of overhead cranes to lift heavy equipment, tools & machines
• Deputising for the Supervisor where necessary and offering support & guidance to colleagues
• Consistently monitoring workload with a view of maintaining manufacturing schedules & job progress
• Ensuring company policies, procedures and processes are consistently adhered to

Working Hours

37 Hours per week working a regular day shift

• Monday to Thursday – 07:00 to 15:30
• Friday – 07:00 to 12:30

In return, the Lead Mechanical Fitter will receive

• Starting Salary: £40,156.00 (£20.87 per hour)
• Holiday Entitlement: 33 Days including public holidays – rising to 38 days with continued service
• Annual Bonus up to £1,700.00 per annum – subject to company performance
• Pension Scheme: 15% Combined Contribution (9% Employer / 6% Employee)
• Access to the onsite canteen (subsidised) and gym
• Free onsite car parking

To apply for the Lead Mechanical Fitter position, please click “Apply Now” and attach a copy of your CV. Alternatively, please contact Callum Good at E3 Recruitment for more information