Mechanical Fitter

TORROS LTD; Fakenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A mechanical engineering company in Fakenham is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to join their team. This hands-on role involves fitting, assembling, and maintaining mechanical systems. Candidates should have proven experience and knowledge of mechanical systems. The position offers competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and long-term job security with a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate / salary

Overtime and bonus opportunities

Supportive and safety-focused work environment

Opportunities for progression and training

Long-term job security

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a machinery fitter or mechanical assembler.
• Ability to read technical and engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, wiring skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fitting, assembling, and testing mechanical components and machinery.
• Conducting maintenance, fault-finding, and repairs.
• Ensuring work meets quality and safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical fitting experience

Reading engineering drawings

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Education

Relevant vocational or engineering qualifications (NVQ, City & Guilds)

Job description

Mechanical Fitter

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter/ Machinery Fitter to join our growing team. This is a hands-on, workshop-based role with responsibility for assembling, fitting, and maintaining mechanical systems and equipment. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical fitting experience.

Key Responsibilities as a Mechanical Fitter:

• Fitting, assembling, and testing mechanical components and machinery
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical diagrams
• Working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Conducting maintenance, fault-finding, and repairs
• Ensuring work meets quality and safety standards
• Supporting project builds and customer installations when required

Essential Skills & Experience as a Mechanical Fitter:

• Proven experience as a machinery fitter or mechanical assembler
• Ability to read technical and engineering drawings
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, eg bearings, moving parts and ideally some
• wiring skills
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Relevant vocational or engineering qualifications (NVQ, City & Guilds, or similar)

What We Offer you as a Mechanical Fitter:

• Competitive hourly rate / salary
• Overtime and bonus opportunities
• Supportive and safety-focused work environment
• Opportunities for progression and training
• Long-term job security with a growing company