Mechanical Assembly Fitter

Metalis Engineering Recruitment Limited; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering company is seeking a Mechanical Assembly Fitter to join their growing workshop team in Sheffield. This hands-on role involves assembling custom-built machinery in a supportive environment, with competitive pay and various employee benefits. Ideal candidates should have a strong mechanical background and experience in assembly, fabrication, or general engineering.

Benefits

Weekly pay

24 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays

Early finish on Fridays

Temp - Permanent, full-time role

Opportunity to work with a stable, growing business

Qualifications

• Hands-on position suited to someone with mechanical assembly experience.
• Confident in reading and interpreting technical drawings.
• Skilled in using hand/power tools.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components and structures to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Perform quality checks to ensure assemblies meet required standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Mechanical Background

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Proactive Attitude

Education

Apprentice-trained or experienced in mechanical/fabrication assembly

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Measuring Equipment

Job description

Mechanical Assembly Fitter

Up to 17.00 per hour
Sheffield

Metalis are currently supporting a well-established, family-run engineering business who design, fabricate, and assemble a wide range of custom-built recycling machinery.

Supplying to a broad portfolio of clients, the business has a strong order book and continued investment. They are looking to expand their workshop team with the addition of a Mechanical Assembly Fitter. This is a workshop only role, with no travel or working away.

Role Overview:

This is a hands-on position suited to someone with a strong mechanical background, ideally with experience in mechanical assembly, fabrication, or general engineering. You'll be working in a supportive, skilled team assembling bespoke machinery using a range of hand tools, power tools, and workshop equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble components and structures to engineering drawings and specifications
• Use hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments accurately
• Ensure proper alignment, fit, and finish of all assembled parts
• Support fabrication and build processes as required
• Perform quality checks to ensure assemblies meet required standards
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment, following all health & safety procedures

Skills & Experience Required:

• Apprentice-trained or experienced in mechanical/fabrication assembly
• Confident in reading and interpreting technical drawings
• Skilled in using hand/power tools and various measuring equipment
• Good attention to detail and a methodical approach to work
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate (up to 17 p/h depending on experience)
• Weekly pay
• 24 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays
• Temp - Permanent, full-time role with early finish on Fridays
• Opportunity to work with a stable, growing business that values its employees

Interested?

If you're a mechanically minded individual who enjoys building and assembling machinery then we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for more details.