Mechanical Assistant

J3a Recruitment; Lancashire; Remote; GBP 13,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Assistant to support experienced Mechanical Fitters across clean and dirty water projects in the UK and Ireland. The role involves assisting with installation and maintenance tasks, requires basic tool handling, and offers opportunities for training and progression in a stable, full-time position. Candidates must be reliable and comfortable working away from home.

Benefits

Up to GBP13.00 per hour

Overtime paid at time and a half

Weekly expenses covered

Company van provided if needed

On-the-job training

Long-term progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Basic tool handling experience (no formal qualifications required).
• Reliable and enthusiastic individual with a strong work ethic.
• Comfortable with working away from home regularly.

Responsibilities

• Assist Mechanical Fitters on-site with installation and maintenance tasks.
• Use basic hand and power tools for mechanical tasks.
• Travel and work away on client sites with hotel and expenses covered.

Skills

Basic tool handling experience

Reliability

Enthusiasm

Willingness to learn

Job description

Mechanical Assistant / Assistant Fitter / Mechanical Labourer
Location: Ideally based near Heywood, but flexible for candidates from Bury, Oldham, Cannock, Rotherham, Keighley and surrounding areas
Pay: Up to GBP13.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Hours: 40 hours per week + Overtime at time and a half
Earnings Potential: Up to GBP40,000 per year including overtime and expenses

We re looking for a hands-on Mechanical Assistant to support experienced Mechanical Fitters across clean and dirty water projects throughout the UK and Ireland. This is a great opportunity for someone practical, motivated, and interested in engineering to get into the industry and grow long-term.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist Mechanical Fitters on-site with installation, maintenance, and servicing of mechanical equipment (primarily screw pumps)

• Use basic hand and power tools to support mechanical tasks

• Work across clean and dirty water sites (must be comfortable in less-than-clean environments)

• Regularly travel and work away on client sites (hotels and expenses covered)

• Follow instructions, ask questions, and support the fitter as needed

What s on Offer:

• Up to GBP13.00/hour depending on experience

• Overtime paid at time and a half

• Weekly expenses covered up to GBP120 (reimbursed the following week)

• All hotels pre-booked and paid for when working away

• Company van provided if not within commutable distance of team/fitter

• On-the-job training with the opportunity to attend college after 12 months

• Long-term progression into senior roles (e.g., Senior Fitter or Supervisor)

What We re Looking For:

• A reliable, enthusiastic individual with a strong work ethic

• Basic tool handling experience (no formal qualifications required)

• Comfortable with working away from home regularly

• Willing to learn and grow within the business

• Interested in mechanical work and pursuing a career in engineering

This is a full-time, permanent opportunity offering stability, progression, and valuable industry training.

Apply now if you're practical, keen to learn, and looking for a career in mechanical engineering.