Mechanical Fitter

UNICAT Technologies; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early finish Fridays

Free eye test

Annual health check

Discretionary bonus

Death in service

Pension matched up to 6%

Free onsite parking

Holiday purchase scheme

Job summary

UNICAT Technologies in Huddersfield is seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter with experience in welding, pipe fitting and fabrication. The role is hands-on and multi-disciplinary, delivering installation, servicing and repair of industrial equipment within the combustion sector.

The successful candidate will read drawings, work across mechanical fitting, welding and fabrication disciplines, and contribute to high-quality engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Completed apprenticeship or equivalent in mechanical fitting, welding, pipe fitting or fabrication.
• Experience across more than one trade discipline is preferred.
• Strong reading and interpretation of technical drawings and specs.
• Ability to read piping diagrams and isometrics and use measurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Install, service and repair industrial machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Work on equipment and systems within the combustion industry.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Align, fit and assemble components with hand and power tools.
• Carry out preventive maintenance and servicing of mechanical systems.
• Diagnose faults and implement effective repairs.

Skills

Mechanical Fitting

Welding

Pipe Fitting

Fabrication

Reading Drawings

Fault Finding

Education

Apprenticeship in Mechanical Fitting or equivalent

Job description

Location: Huddersfield
Salary: £18.27 per hour | Approximately £38,000 per year
Hours: 40 hours per week
Monday - Thursday: 07:30 - 16:30 | Friday: 07:30 - 13:30

Are you a skilled Mechanical Fitter with experience in welding, pipe fitting and fabrication?

We are looking for a versatile and experienced Mechanical Fitter to join our Process team in Huddersfield. This is an excellent opportunity for a multi-skilled tradesperson who enjoys varied, hands‑on work and takes pride in delivering high‑quality engineering solutions.

Working primarily within the combustion and industrial sector, you will be involved in the installation, servicing, repair and manufacture of a wide range of mechanical equipment and systems.

What We Offer

We believe our people are our greatest asset and offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• £18.27 per hour – approximately £38,000 per year
• 40-hour working week with an early finish every Friday
• Free eye test and a free pair of glasses worth up to £50
• Yearly health check
• Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme
• Death‑in‑Service benefit of up to three times your annual salary
• Company pension scheme with contributions matched up to 6%
• Free onsite parking
• Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme - buy up to 5 extra days' holiday

The Role

This is a varied role that combines several skilled engineering disciplines. We’re looking for someone who is adaptable, practical and confident working across these complementary trades.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical Fitting

• Install, service and repair industrial machinery and mechanical equipment
• Work primarily on equipment and systems within the combustion industry
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and technical specifications
• Align, fit and assemble components using hand tools, power tools and precision measuring equipment
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and servicing on mechanical systems
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs

Welding

• Carry out MIG, TIG and stick welding to a high standard
• Join metal components in accordance with drawings and specifications
• Interpret welding symbols and technical drawings
• Follow approved welding procedures and quality standards
• Ideally hold, or have experience of, coded welding qualifications
• Install, repair and maintain industrial piping systems
• Read and interpret piping diagrams and isometric drawings
• Calculate measurements and accurately mark materials for cutting
• Thread, bend and fabricate pipework to specification
• Install valves, fittings and associated piping components
• Test pipe systems for leaks and correct operation
• Ideally hold Gas Safe qualifications

Fabrication

• Manufacture metal products and components from raw materials
• Work from engineering drawings and specifications
• Measure and mark materials accurately for cutting and assembly
• Fabricate structures and components to precise tolerances
• Carry out quality checks to ensure finished work meets the required standards

About You

We’re looking for a skilled and motivated engineer with a strong practical background and the ability to work across multiple engineering disciplines.

Ideally, you will have:

• Completed an apprenticeship or equivalent experience in Mechanical Fitting, Welding, Pipe Fitting or Fabrication
• A minimum of 3–5 years' experience within an industrial or commercial environment
• Experience across more than one trade discipline
• The ability to confidently read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Strong mathematical and spatial reasoning skills
• Excellent problem‑solving and fault‑finding abilities
• A good understanding of relevant engineering and safety standards
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to work independently and manage your workload with minimal supervision
• A positive attitude and commitment to delivering high‑quality work

Essential and Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have relevant trade qualifications and certifications, including:

• Relevant trade certification or recognised qualification
• Current welding qualifications where applicable – coded welding experience is highly desirable
• Full, valid driving licence

The following would also be advantageous:

• First Aid certification
• Additional trade qualifications or cross‑training across mechanical fitting, welding, fabrication or pipe fitting

This is a hands‑on role within an industrial and manufacturing environment. Depending on project requirements, the role may involve:

• Working in industrial and manufacturing environments
• Exposure to noise, heat and varying weather conditions
• Working at different customer or project sites
• Occasional travel and working away from home
• Overtime when required to support project delivery
• Working in confined spaces where necessary

Join Our Team

If you are a skilled Mechanical Fitter looking for a varied and rewarding role where you can use your experience across mechanical fitting, welding, pipe fitting and fabrication, we would love to hear from you.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team, work on interesting industrial projects and benefit from a competitive salary and excellent benefits package.