Mechanical Fitter

Engineering @ 365 Ltd; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of heavy plant machinery in Leicester is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to join their team. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for the mechanical assembly of various equipment using engineering drawings. Previous experience as a mechanical fitter is crucial. The position offers a competitive pay rate between £14 - £16 per hour on a permanent basis, with a Monday to Friday work schedule.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a mechanical fitter in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and work from engineering drawings with minimal supervision.
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic components is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical assembly of heavy plant machinery.
• Work from engineering drawings to build machinery to specification.
• Maintain a tidy and safe work area.

Skills

Mechanical assembly techniques

Use of workshop tools

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Mechanical Fitter
Location: Leicester
Pay Rate: £14 - £16 per hour
Job Type: Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, Days

Engineering @365 is working with a leading manufacturer of heavy plant machinery, supplying robust equipment to the construction, mining, and agricultural sectors. We're now looking to recruit a Mechanical Fitter to join the team at their modern manufacturing facility in Leicester.

About the Role:

As a Mechanical Fitter, you'll be working in a clean, well-equipped workshop carrying out high-quality mechanical assembly of a wide variety of heavy plant machinery. This is a hands-on role focused on building equipment from the ground up, using technical drawings and working closely with the production team to meet build schedules and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out workshop-based mechanical assembly of heavy plant machinery and equipment
• Work from engineering drawings and parts lists to build machinery to specification
• Use hand and power tools for fitting, bolting, aligning, and testing assemblies
• Check builds against specifications to ensure quality and accuracy
• Support mechanical build processes from start to finish
• Assist in continuous improvement of mechanical assembly methods
• Maintain a tidy, safe, and well-organised work area
• Work as part of a team to meet production targets and deadlines

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience as a mechanical fitter, ideally in a manufacturing environment
• Confident with mechanical assembly techniques and use of workshop tools
• Able to read and work from engineering drawings with minimal supervision
• Experience working with hydraulic and pneumatic components is an advantage
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
• Team player with a proactive and reliable attitude
• A safety-first approach and understanding of workshop H&S practices
• A flexible and skilled mechanical fitter ready to get stuck in

To apply for the Mechanical Fitter role, please apply above or alternatively call a member of the team at Engineering @365.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Engineering @365 is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation