Mechanical Fitter

E3 Recruitment; Batley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment agency is looking for a Mechanical Fitter in the Dewsbury area, offering an annual salary of £45,427.20, a stable role, and excellent company benefits including healthcare cashback, a pension scheme, and an early finish every Friday. In this role, you will be tasked with the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical equipment within a high-hazard environment, ensuring safe and efficient operations. Suitable candidates should possess a completed apprenticeship and relevant experience.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Healthcare cashback plan

Free onsite parking

Early finish every Friday

Qualifications

• Time-served Mechanical Fitter or completed apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering.
• Proven pipefitting experience within industrial or process environments.
• Experience working in chemical, water treatment or high-hazard manufacturing sites.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical fitting and installation of plant equipment.
• Installation, modification and repair of process pipework.
• Working on pumps, valves, vessels and associated mechanical systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Education

Completed apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Mechanical Fitter position in the Dewsbury area paying £45,427.20. Fully days-based role working Monday - Friday. Offering company benefits such as company pension scheme, 1.30pm finish every Friday, healthcare cashback plan and free onsite parking. Their site is easily commutable from Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield, Batley and other surrounding areas.

Salary and Benefits of the Mechanical Fitter

• £45,427.20 annual salary
• Overtime paid at 1.5x
• Early finish every Friday (1 : 30pm)
• Healthcare cashback plan
• Company pension scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Permanent, stable role at a single site

The Role of the Mechanical Fitter

As a Mechanical Fitter, you will be responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment and pipework across the site. Working in high-hazard areas, you will play a key role in maintaining safe, reliable and efficient plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical fitting and installation of plant equipment
• Installation, modification and repair of process pipework
• Working on pumps, valves, vessels and associated mechanical systems
• Reading and working from engineering drawings, isometrics and P&IDs
• Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance
• Supporting shutdowns and improvement projects
• Working in line with strict health, safety and permit-to-work procedures

What We're Looking For

• Time-served Mechanical Fitter or completed apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering.
• Proven pipefitting experience within industrial or process environments.
• Experience working in chemical, water treatment or high-hazard manufacturing sites.
• Ability to work safely, independently and to a high standard.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

How to Apply

To apply for the role of Mechanical Fitter, please apply direct by submitting your CV or contact Toni-Marie Monks at E3 Recruitment.