Mechanical Fitter

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-established engineering company as a Mechanical Fitter. This role offers career growth and development opportunities with a competitive salary and benefits package. Ideal candidates will possess a strong mechanical background and may bring experience from the water and utilities sector.

Benefits

Van & fuel card

9% pension

23 days holiday

Private health

Investment in further qualifications

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical background preferred, ideally from water/utilities.
• Skills in Penstocks, Motors, Bearings, etc. are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Work on mechanical projects from design and build to maintenance.
• Supported various industries, primarily water & utility sectors.

Skills

Mechanical background

Water/utilities experience

Penstocks

Motors

Bearings

Winches

Gearboxes

LOLER

Education

HNC, HND

Job description

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Opportunity Overview

- Lots of career opportunities for more senior roles & further qualifications

- Salary £35k - 45k, van & fuel card, 9% pension, 23 days holiday, private health, and investment in further qualifications (HNC, HND, etc.)

- Door-to-door travel time

- Must be flexible with UK-wide work where needed

The Opportunity

Join a well-established engineering company overseeing multiple high-profile projects, offering significant career growth and personal development.

We are seeking a Mechanical Fitter to contribute to our projects. This role is a stepping stone into higher-profile roles as the company continues to grow. Whether you're pursuing further qualifications or seeking development, we support your goals.

Package includes a basic salary of £35k, with potential earnings up to £45k for 50 hours/week (including door-to-door travel time and 40 hours on-site). The benefits and growth opportunities make this a unique position.

The Person

We are open to various sectors and experience levels but prefer candidates with a strong mechanical background, ideally with water/utilities experience. Skills in Penstocks, Motors, Bearings, Winches, Gearboxes, LOLER are advantageous.

The Role

You will work on diverse mechanical projects, from design and build to maintenance and installation, across various industries, primarily water & utility sectors but open to others.

The Company

We are a 35-year-old M&E engineering firm with a £40m turnover, designing, installing, maintaining, and commissioning sites. We value talent and have a track record of developing employees, including two directors who started as apprentices.

Next Steps

If interested, please send your CV for further discussion.