Mechanical Fitter

Tru Talent; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days leave

Birthday day off

Auto enrolment pension

Wellness programme

Job summary

Tru Talent is recruiting an experienced Mechanical Fitter for a busy workshop in Trafford Park, Manchester. The role involves assembling vehicle bodies, installing insulated panels, and handling electrical terminations.

You will read engineering drawings and work from orders to meet quality targets in a growing team. The position offers a stable, permanent role with training provided, upskilling in vehicle body assembly and related manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Mechanical Fitter, Vehicle Bodybuilder or Assembly Technician.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and workflow.

Responsibilities

• Work independently to meet targets and quality standards.
• Read engineering drawings and work from work orders.
• Install insulated panels onto commercial vehicle bodies.
• Carry out electrical terminations including lighting, switches and tail lifts.
• Seal joints, floors and roofs using silicone and gel coatings.
• Cut metals, woods and plastics with hand tools and bench equipment.
• Use measurement equipment safely as a Vehicle Bodybuilder.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and comply with safety procedures.

Skills

Proven experience as Mechanical Fitter

Reading engineering drawings

Manufacturing processes

Tool handling & safety

Tools

Hand tools

Bench equipment

Measurement equipment

Job description

Mechanical Fitter / Vehicle Bodybuilder / Assembly Technician Location: Trafford Park, Manchester Pay: Up to £35,692 per year Hours: 44 hours per week | Monday-Thursday 07:00-17:00 | Friday 07:00-14:30 Job Type: Full time, permanent

Tru Talent is a specialist recruitment agency placing experienced Mechanical Fitters and Assembly Technicians across the UK.

About the Role

Are you an experienced Mechanical Fitter looking for a hands-on, varied role in a growing workshop in Trafford Park? This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and motivated team offering up to £35,692 per year with an OTE of £39,261. Full training will be provided, making this a fantastic opportunity for a Vehicle Bodybuilder or Assembly Technician who takes pride in building high quality work from the ground up. If you are a Mechanical Fitter based in or around Manchester looking for a stable, permanent role with a team that values reliability and quality, do not miss this one.

What You Will Be Doing

• Working independently using your own initiative to meet targets and quality standards
• Reading engineering drawings and working effectively from work orders as an experienced Mechanical Fitter
• Installing insulated panels onto commercial vehicle bodies
• Carrying out electrical terminations including lighting, switches and tail lifts
• Sealing joints, floors and roofs using silicone and gel coatings
• Cutting metals, woods and plastics using hand tools and bench equipment
• Using hand tools, bench saws and measurement equipment safely as a Vehicle Bodybuilder
• Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards across all work areas
• Working in line with all health and safety, quality and compliance procedures

Pay and Benefits

• Up to £35,692 per year depending on experience
• Friday early finish at 14:30
• 28 days annual leave
• Day off for your birthday
• Auto enrolment pension
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Employee wellness and assistance programme including online GP access

What You Will Need

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter, Vehicle Bodybuilder or Assembly Technician within a workshop or manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes
• Ability to work safely using tools and workshop equipment
• Positive attitude and pride in producing high quality work
• Reliable transport or ability to travel to the Trafford Park site
• Experience within vehicle bodybuilding or commercial vehicle assembly (desirable)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (desirable)

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