Mechanical Fitter

Adecco; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Barnsley is seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter to join a dynamic team. The ideal candidate will perform mechanical maintenance and repairs, respond to breakdowns, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Offering a salary of £33,060.76 and 24 days of annual leave. If you have a passion for engineering and thrive in fast-paced environments, apply today.

Benefits

Generous Holiday

Auto-enrollment pension plan

Health benefits

Free onsite parking

Christmas savings scheme

Salary sacrifice schemes for cycles and electric cars

Qualifications

• Experience in hands-on repairs and servicing of mechanical components across production equipment.
• Ability to respond to mechanical breakdowns and diagnose faults.
• Strong communication skills to work closely with operators and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on repairs, adjustments, and servicing of mechanical components.
• Respond promptly to mechanical breakdowns, diagnosing faults.
• Conduct planned maintenance tasks, including inspections and part replacements.

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance & Repairs

Breakdown Response

Preventative Maintenance

Communication & Coordination

Safety & Compliance

Equipment Setup & Calibration

Education

Apprentice trained

Tools

Cranes

Shear Lines

Manual and automatic Benders

Straightening and decoiling machines

Lenton and Dextra

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team as a Mechanical Fitter! Are you an enthusiastic and skilled Mechanical Fitter looking for your next challenge? Our client, a leading organisation in Barnsley, is seeking a dedicated individual to join their dynamic team on a permanent basis. If you have a passion for engineering and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Mechanical Maintenance & Repairs – Perform hands-on repairs, adjustments, and servicing of mechanical components across a variety of production equipment.
• Breakdown Response – Respond promptly to mechanical breakdowns, diagnosing faults and restoring equipment to working order with minimal disruption.
• Preventative Maintenance – Carry out planned maintenance tasks, including inspections, lubrication, and part replacements, to prevent future issues.
• Communication & Coordination – Work closely with machine operators and production supervisors to understand issues, plan maintenance activities, and provide updates on progress.
• Safety & Compliance – Ensure all work is carried out safely, following company procedures and Health & Safety regulations. Establish safe working environments before commencing repairs.
• Equipment Setup & Calibration – Set, align, and calibrate mechanical systems to meet production specifications and ensure optimal performance.
• Record Keeping – Accurately log all maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections in the relevant systems to support compliance and continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a skilled Fitter that is ideally apprentice trained.

Technical Competencies

• Production Services (e.g., Cranes)
• Bar Production (e.g., Shear Lines)
• Power Bending (e.g., manual and automatic Benders)
• Coil Production (e.g., straightening and decoiling machines)
• Threading & Coupling (e.g., Lenton and Dextra)

Why Join Us

• Salary: £33,060.76 (Basic £29,874.09 + shift allowance £3,186.67)
• Working Hours: 39 hours per week in a 3-shift rotation (Mornings, Afternoons, Nights). Mornings: 6am–2pm Mon-Thurs, 6am–1pm Fri; Afternoons: 2pm–10pm Mon-Thurs, 1pm–8pm Fri; Nights: 10pm–6am Mon-Thurs, 8pm–3am Fri
• Generous Holiday: 24 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays. Earn additional service days with tenure
• Retirement Benefits: Auto-enrollment pension plan with 4% contribution, matched by the company up to 5%
• Health Benefits: Life cover, Westfield Medical Cover, and annual health checks
• Additional Perks: Free onsite parking, Christmas savings scheme, and salary sacrifice schemes for cycles and electric cars

How to Apply

Submit your application today and take the first step towards a rewarding career as a Mechanical Fitter with our client.

Additional Information

Don’t miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation in Barnsley. Adecco is a disability-confident employer and is committed to an inclusive recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information.