Mechanical Fitter

Rubicon Recruitment; Crawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Fitter in Crawley. This role offers competitive pay and stable weekday hours in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include assembling high-spec food manufacturing equipment and ensuring quality checks. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience in assembly and be capable of using hand and power tools. Come join a business committed to employee ownership and long-term job security.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Sick pay

Permanent contract from day one

Long-term job security

Monday to Friday schedule

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in assembly, automotive, electrical, or bench fitting.
• Confident use of hand and power tools.
• Basic knowledge of lathe and milling operations.

Responsibilities

• Assembling components and systems using hand and power tools.
• Following technical drawings and instructions with precision.
• Conducting quality checks to ensure high standards.
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
• Collaborating with colleagues to meet production targets.

Skills

Hands-on experience in assembly

Confident use of hand and power tools

Strong attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Mechanical Fitter | Crawley | £18.53 per hour (depending on experience)

Are you practically minded with hands-on experience in assembly, automotive, electrical, orbench work? This Mechanical Fitter role offers stable weekday hours, excellent hourly pay, and the chance to build high-spec food manufacturing equipment in a well‑organised, supportive environment.

You don't need to be a fully qualified fitter — if you've worked in a similar setting and enjoy solving mechanical problems, this could be your next step.

As Mechanical Fitter, you will benefit from:

• Free on‑site parking
• Sick pay
• A consistent Monday to Friday schedule
• Occasional travel opportunities for installation projects
• Autonomy in your work and pride in the finished product
• Working for a business that is entirely employee‑owned
• A permanent contract from day one
• Long‑term job security in a growing industry

As Mechanical Fitter, your responsibilities will include:

• Assembling components and systems using hand and power tools, includingbench‑based fitting and assembly work
• Following technical drawings and instructions with precision
• Conducting quality checks to ensure high standards are met
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment
• Collaborating with colleagues to meet production targets

As Mechanical Fitter, your experience will include:

• Hands‑on experience in assembly, automotive, electrical, orbench fitting/bench work
• Confident use of hand and power tools
• Basic knowledge of lathe and milling operations
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up‑to‑date CV or call Scott at Rubicon for more information