Mechanical Fitter

SimWest Recruitment Solutions; Leeds; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious engineering recruitment firm is seeking a Mechanical Fitter in Leeds. This role offers a competitive salary of £38,000 along with paid overtime and additional benefits. Candidates should have experience in building bespoke machinery and a solid understanding of mechanical principles. Enjoy a 4-day work week while contributing to quality craftsmanship in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

4-Day Work Week

Paid Overtime

Stable company with growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven machine build or special-purpose machinery experience.
• Strong understanding of mechanical principles, fits, and tolerances.
• Ability to read, interpret, and build from detailed engineering drawings.
• A right-first-time mindset and pride in quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Building complete bespoke machinery.
• Working with shafts, bearings, gears, and precision components.
• Reading and interpreting detailed mechanical drawings.
• Inspecting, testing, and verifying components during the build process.

Skills

Machine build experience

Understanding of mechanical principles

Ability to read engineering drawings

Quality workmanship mindset

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Fitter – Beeston, Leeds, West Yorkshire

£38,000 + Paid Overtime + Additional Allowances

4-Day Week - Monday to Thursday (37hrs)

Responsibilities

• Building complete bespoke machinery - not just sub-assemblies
• Working with shafts, bearings, gears, linkages, pneumatics, and precision components
• Reading and interpreting detailed mechanical drawings and specifications
• Inspecting, testing, and verifying components during the build process
• Taking pride in producing machinery built to last

What You\'ll Bring / Qualifications

• Proven machine build or special-purpose machinery experience
• Strong understanding of mechanical principles, fits, and tolerances
• Ability to read, interpret, and build from detailed engineering drawings
• A right-first-time mindset and pride in quality workmanship

What’s on Offer / Benefits

• 4-Day Week - Enjoy long weekends, every weekend
• £38,000 base salary + paid overtime & allowances
• Join a tight-knit team that values craftsmanship and commitment
• The stability of a respected name in British engineering, backed by steady growth and future investment

If you\'re a Mechanical Fitter who values real engineering - and wants to build machines that last - we\'d like to hear from you.