Mechanical Fitter

ATA Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters for an initial 3-month contract in Northwest England. The role involves mechanical fitting, assembly, and installation tasks in a manufacturing environment. Candidates should have experience with engineering drawings and a strong attention to detail. Benefits include working outside IR35 and potential for ongoing projects.

Benefits

Outside IR35

Long-term project opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter in a manufacturing or assembly environment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret mechanical engineering drawings.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly, installation, and general fitting tasks.
• Excellent attention to detail with a strong commitment to health, safety, and quality.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out mechanical fitting, assembly, and installation of equipment and components.
• Working from detailed engineering drawings and specifications to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Installation and alignment of pipework, valves, pumps, and associated mechanical parts.
• Identifying and reporting any issues or defects to the Site Supervisor.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Reading engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

Mechanical Fitter
Northwest / Cheshire
3-month initial contract
Rate: £25p/h (Umbrella / LTD) – Outside IR35

Our client

We are currently seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters to support a key project on-site for an initial 3-month contract, with potential for extension and ongoing work. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team and be involved in a variety of mechanical fitting and assembly tasks within a busy manufacturing environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Carrying out mechanical fitting, assembly, and installation of equipment and components
• Working from detailed engineering drawings and specifications to ensure quality and accuracy
• Installation and alignment of pipework, valves, pumps, and associated mechanical parts
• Identifying and reporting any issues or defects to the Site Supervisor

The Successful Candidate

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter in a manufacturing or assembly environment
• Strong ability to read and interpret mechanical engineering drawings
• Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly, installation, and general fitting tasks
• Excellent attention to detail with a strong commitment to health, safety, and quality
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving

Benefits of This Position

• Outside IR35 – suitable for Limited Company contractors
• Opportunity for long-term or repeat project work with a key client

We are looking for experienced Mechanical Fitters who are looking for a rewarding and challenging contract position.

ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.