Maintenance Fitter

Partnership Recruiting; Humbie; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking experienced Maintenance Fitters for a well-established manufacturing client in East Lothian. The role requires a qualified fitter with mechanical expertise to ensure reliability and safety in a high-output environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate fault-finding skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team. This is an excellent opportunity for professional development and contributing to ongoing company growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive work environment

Free parking

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Fully qualified mechanical fitter (relevant certification essential).
• Experience in a heavy mechanical or industrial environment is required.
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to equipment breakdowns to reduce downtime.
• Diagnose faults and repair defective mechanical components.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance.

Skills

Fault-finding ability

Mechanical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Relevant certification

Tools

Maintenance-related IT systems

Job description

Overview

Partnership Recruiting is seeking experienced Maintenance Fitters on behalf of a well-established manufacturing client in East Lothian. We’re looking for hands-on professionals with a strong mechanical background, proven fault-finding ability, and a proactive approach to maintenance in a high-output environment. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified fitter with experience in heavy industry, capable of working independently on shift and contributing to a collaborative, safety-focused maintenance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with ongoing investment and a clear focus on reliability, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to reduce downtime and support production continuity.
• Diagnose faults, repair and replace defective mechanical components.
• Record maintenance activities accurately using internal IT systems.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and support overhauls during scheduled downtime periods.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and maintenance team meetings.
• Ensure all work is completed in line with health & safety procedures, including work permits.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and other departments to support business objectives.
• Engage in special engineering projects or upgrades as required.

Candidate Profile

• Fully qualified mechanical fitter (relevant certification essential).
• Experience working in a heavy mechanical or industrial environment is required.
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on delivering high-quality work.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Comfortable using maintenance-related IT systems and tools.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and safety-conscious.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Opportunities for professional development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Involvement in a company with continued investment and growth
• Free parking
• On-site parking

How to Apply

Apply now for immediate consideration. For a confidential discussion and further information about this opportunity, please contact the recruiting team.