Mechanical Fitter

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial service provider is seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters for long-term work at Heathrow Airport. The role involves maintaining and repairing critical baggage handling systems, with rates at £25.00 per hour. Applicants must have a mechanical qualification (City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3) and a valid CSCS Card. Flexible scheduling with shifts available across days, nights, and weekends. Join a reputable team in a high-security, dynamic environment.

Benefits

Stable contract work

Exposure to complex automated systems

Working within a reputable team

Qualifications

• Proven experience installing and maintaining industrial-sized conveyor systems.
• Valid CSCS Card is essential.
• Strong fault-finding skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance on conveyor systems.
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults to reduce downtime.
• Installing industrial conveyor systems and collaborating with engineers.

Skills

Installing industrial-sized conveyor systems

Fault-finding skills

Proactive safety-first mindset

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter – Heathrow Airport
Rate: £25.00 per hour
Shifts: 4 months, then ongoing – Days, Nights & Weekends
Location: Heathrow Airport, London

About the Role:
MJM Industrial is actively recruiting experienced Mechanical Fitters for long-term work at Heathrow Airport. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a cutting-edge, high-security environment on the installation, maintenance, and repair of advanced baggage handling and conveyor systems.

You'll be part of a skilled team responsible for maintaining the mechanical integrity of Heathrow’s critical infrastructure—keeping systems running efficiently in one of the world’s busiest airports.

Key Responsibilities:

* Carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance on large-scale conveyor and baggage handling systems

* Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults to minimise system downtime

* Supporting the installation of industrial conveyor systems, motors, rollers, and gearboxes

* Collaborating closely with engineers, supervisors, and other trades to maintain safety and system performance

* Ensuring all work is completed to high standards and in compliance with safety regulations

What We’re Looking For:

* Proven experience installing and maintaining industrial-sized conveyor systems (airport, logistics, or manufacturing environments)

* Recognised mechanical qualification – City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 (or higher)

* Valid CSCS Card – essential

* Flexible to work a rotating schedule of days, nights, and weekends

* Strong fault-finding skills and a proactive, safety-first mindset

Desirable (But Not Essential):

* Experience in FMCG, automated warehousing, manufacturing, or similar industrial environments

* 5-year checkable UK work history to support Airside Pass application

Why Join MJM Industrial?

* £25.00 per hour

* Long-term, stable contract work

* Be part of a reputable team delivering high-performance engineering solutions in a world-class airport

* Gain exposure to complex automated systems in a dynamic environment

Apply today to take your mechanical career to new heights with MJM Industrial at Heathrow Airport