Mechanical Fitter

JR United Kingdom; Kilmacolm; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Mechanical Fitter, where you'll be integral to the installation and maintenance of mechanical systems in an industrial setting. This role offers a chance to work on exciting projects with a team that values precision and problem-solving. Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible benefits, and a culture that promotes diversity and inclusion. If you have a passion for engineering and a commitment to quality, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a real impact.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible discounted health benefits

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Green car scheme

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter in an industrial environment.
• Required Trade Papers and relevant mechanical qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Install and assemble mechanical systems according to specifications.
• Collaborate with other trades to ensure timely project completion.

Skills

Mechanical Fitting

Understanding of fabrication and installation drawings

Hand skills for assembly and fabrication

Clear understanding of SHE, COSHH, and Risk Assessments

Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Understanding of quality standards

Education

Modern Apprenticeship certificate

SVQ3 or City & Guilds

Tools

Mechanical tools and machinery

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Job description

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Location: Glasgow – Govan and Scotstoun – Based on site and must be able to attend a recruitment day in Glasgow

Salary: Up to £37,318 depending on qualifications and experience (additional shift allowance of 33% may be applicable)

Requirements: Trade Papers to be provided when submitting application

What you’ll be doing:

• Install and assemble mechanical systems and machinery in accordance with technical specifications
• Work from technical drawings, schematics, and manuals to carry out installation of Ships equipment
• Producing a job to a required standards and quality
• Assisting supervisors with shop floor related issues
• Ensuring job completion dates are met
• Collaborate with other trades to ensure projects are completed on time and to high standards
• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental regulations at all times
• Maintain accurate records of works carried out

Your skills and experiences:

• Modern Apprenticeship certificate also known as Trade Papers (you will be required to provide these papers) and relevant mechanical qualifications (e.g., SVQ3, City & Guilds, or equivalent)
• Understanding of fabrication and installation drawings
• Hand skills required for assembly and fabrication purposes
• Clear understanding of SHE, COSHH and Risk Assessments
• Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter or in a similar role within an industrial or engineering environment
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, tools, and machinery
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems is desirable.
• Experience with rotating equipment (e.g. Shaft line, Gearboxes, Generators etc.)
• Understanding of manufacturing processes
• Understanding of quality standards and work tolerances within the company

Please ensure you have attached a copy of your qualifications when submitting your application.

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Mechanical Fitters team:

We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join our team in Clyde. In this role, you will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical systems and equipment. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled individual with a passion for precision and problem-solving to contribute to exciting projects in an industrial environment.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 1st June 2025 – Trades Tests will be held in June 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.