Mechanical Fitter

Integra People Ltd; Middleton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established engineering company is seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter to work on gearbox disassembly, inspection, and retrofitting. The role requires strong technical abilities and experience in gearbox repair. This full-time position offers benefits like competitive salary, overtime opportunities, and professional training support.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Overtime opportunities

Pension scheme

Training and development support

Qualifications

• Time-served Mechanical Fitter or related experience required.
• Proficient in gearbox repairs and retrofitting.
• Comfortable using workshop IT systems for job tracking.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble and inspect various industrial gearboxes.
• Carry out mechanical repairs and ensure quality standards.
• Maintain accurate service records and documentation.

Skills

Gearbox disassembly

Mechanical fault-finding

Reading engineering drawings

Problem-solving

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Precision measuring tools

Hydraulic presses

Torque tools

Job description

Overview

An established engineering company is seeking a skilled and hands-on Mechanical Fitter, specialising in the disassembly, inspection, and retrofitting of industrial gearboxes. The role is workshop-based and requires strong technical ability and experience in gearbox repair and refurbishment.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical Fitting

• Strip down and inspect various industrial gearboxes and drive components.
• Carry out mechanical repairs, retrofits, and reassembly work to specification.
• Replace bearings, seals, shafts, and other key mechanical components.
• Use precision measuring tools to document tolerances and wear.
• Operate workshop equipment such as hydraulic presses, grinders, and torque tools.

Quality & Documentation

• Maintain accurate service records, including inspection and build reports.
• Ensure repair work is completed to customer and internal quality standards.
• Provide feedback to engineering or technical teams on product condition and improvements.

Required Skills & Experience

• Time-served Mechanical Fitter or similar background.
• Strong experience with gearbox disassembly, repair, and retrofit.
• Excellent mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in reading engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Basic understanding of hydraulic or electric drive systems (advantageous).
• Comfortable using workshop IT systems for job tracking and reporting.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or Fitting.
• Overhead crane, FLT, or lifting equipment certification preferred.
• Health & Safety training (e.g. IOSH/Manual Handling) beneficial.

Working Conditions

• Full-time, permanent position.
• Workshop-based with standard weekday hours.
• Occasional site work or overtime may be required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Overtime opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Training and development support
• Stable role within a well-established engineering business