Mechanical Engineer

Trades Workforce Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering manufacturer in Greater London seeks a Workshop Engineer / Mechanical Fitter to perform mechanical fitting, assembly, and maintenance of industrial pump systems. Candidates should have strong hands-on skills and a mechanical engineering background or interest. The position offers a salary around £35,000 with additional benefits including pension and healthcare. Full product training will be provided, and the workplace is near Hanwell, London, making commuting necessary.

Benefits

Pension

Health care

Occasional overtime

Early finish Friday

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Experience as a Mechanical Fitter, Workshop Engineer, or similar.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on fitting skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical fitting and overhaul of industrial pumps.
• Inspect and test mechanical assemblies for wear or faults.
• Assist with repair and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on fitting skills

Assembly skills

Interest in industrial machinery

Education

Engineering qualification (Apprenticeship, HNC, HND)

Job description

Workshop Engineer / Mechanical Fitter / Mechanical Engineer required to join a global leading engineering manufacturer.

The successful Workshop Engineer / Mechanical Fitter / Mechanical Engineer will provide mechanical fitting, service and maintenance of industrial pump systems and associated rotating equipment at the workshop near Brentford – full product training provided.

The Workshop Engineer / Mechanical Fitter / Mechanical Engineer will ideally have a general mechanical engineering background or strong interest in mechanical systems, with hands‑on ability in fitting, assembly, maintenance, or repair.

Package

• Circa £35,000
• Occasional overtime
• Early finish Friday
• Pension
• Health care
• Additional benefits

Workshop Engineer / Mechanical Fitter / Mechanical Engineer Role

• Carry out mechanical fitting, assembly, and overhaul of industrial pumps and rotating equipment.
• Strip down and rebuild mechanical components to specification.
• Inspect and test mechanical assemblies, identifying wear, damage, or faults.
• Assist with repair, service, and maintenance tasks within the workshop.
• Liaise with other engineers and departments to ensure smooth workflow.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workshop environment.

Workshop Engineer / Mechanical Fitter / Mechanical Engineer Requirements

• Experience as a Mechanical Fitter, Workshop Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Service Technician, Junior Engineer, Apprentice Engineer, or similar.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with good hands‑on fitting or assembly skills.
• Interest in industrial machinery, pumps, or rotating equipment.
• A positive, can‑do attitude and willingness to learn.
• Engineering qualification (Apprenticeship, HNC, HND, or similar) advantageous but not essential.
• Must be commutable to the workshop near Hanwell, London.