Mechanical Fitter

BMR Solutions; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment company is seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter for high voltage projects across the UK. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of mechanical fitting experience and strong skills in oxy-propane brazing and exothermic welding. This role offers a generous compensation package, including OTE up to £60k, profit sharing, and comprehensive benefits such as a company vehicle, 25 days holiday, and funded training. Committed to a safety-first approach, candidates should be ready to mentor junior colleagues and represent the company professionally.

Benefits

Car allowance or company vehicle

25 days holiday + banks

Private medical

Pension and life cover

Funded training & qualifications

Real progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter.
• Strong oxy‑propane brazing and exothermic welding skills.
• Experience with HV switchgear/substation projects is a plus.
• Full UK driving licence and able to travel/stay away.

Responsibilities

• Assemble outdoor HV plant including substations and transformers.
• Perform ductor testing, torque checks, and quality sign‑off.
• Mentor and guide less experienced fitters.
• Represent the company and uphold a safety-first culture.

Skills

Oxy‑propane brazing

Exothermic welding (Cadweld)

Leadership and mentoring

Mechanical fitting

Job description

Mechanical Fitter - High Voltage Projects Glasgow (UK travel)

Nationwide • Permanent • OTE up to £60k + profit share

We're working with a well-established, 100% employee-owned Tier 1 high-voltage contractor that’s busy and growing fast. They need an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join their HV installation teams on major substation, renewable and grid projects up to 132 kV.

Responsibilities

• Assembling outdoor HV plant – substations, switchgear, transformers, steelwork
• Oxy‑propane brazing and exothermic welding (Cadweld)
• Ductor testing, torque checks, inspections and quality sign‑off
• Mentoring and guiding less experienced fitters
• Supporting the wider electrical installation team when required
• Representing the company professionally and living the safety‑first culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter
• Strong oxy‑propane brazing and exothermic welding skills
• Experience on new‑build HV switchgear/substation projects is a big plus
• Good working knowledge of BS7671 is an advantage
• Happy to mentor and lead by example
• Full UK driving licence and able to travel/stay away when needed

Compensation & Benefits

• OTE up to £60k (basic + regular paid OT + travel time)
• Annual profit‑share every year
• Car allowance OR company vehicle
• 25 days holiday + banks (option to buy more)
• Private medical + cashplan
• Pension, life cover
• Funded training & qualifications
• All PPE, tools and decent workwear supplied
• Real progression – they grow their own foremen and supervisors

About BMR Solutions

BMR Solutions operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency. We specialise in recruiting skilled engineers and manufacturing professionals across the Southwest.

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