Mechanical Fitter

E3recruitment; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking a Mechanical Fitter in Dewsbury. This role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing mechanical systems in a high-hazard environment. You will work Monday to Friday, with an annual salary of £45,427.20 and benefits including an early finish on Fridays, healthcare cashback, and a pension scheme. Successful candidates will have completed an apprenticeship and have experience in pipefitting within industrial settings.

Benefits

Healthcare cashback plan

Company pension scheme

Early finish every Friday

Free onsite parking

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

• Install, maintain and repair mechanical equipment and pipework.
• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance.
• Support shutdowns and improvement projects.

Skills

Pipefitting experience

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work safely

Education

Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Engineering drawings

P&IDs

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.

Your duties will include:

• 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.