Mechanical Fitter

Rubicon Recruitment; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Fitter / Fabricator to work across the UK water sector, primarily in the East Midlands. The role involves installing high-spec fabricated steel structures and requires accuracy and compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years' experience, engineering qualifications, and be willing to travel. Benefits include training, a company vehicle, and a flexible working environment.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Structured training and development

Sponsored Chartership

Health screening and EAP

Pension contributions

Flexible hours

Clear framework for progression

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a similar role within the Utilities or M&E sectors.
• Demonstrable experience in steelwork assembly and welding.
• Full UK driving licence with willingness to travel nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Install fabricated steel structures at water treatment sites.
• Complete repairs and upgrades to existing systems.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain compliance.

Skills

Steelwork assembly

Welding

Cutting and grinding

Pipework installation

Risk Assessment and Safety procedures

Education

Engineering qualification (City & Guilds, HNC or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Fitter / Fabricator | East Midlands | up to £45,000

If you're a methodical Mechanical Fitter / Fabricator who takes pride in doing things right the first time, this role offers the opportunity to work on technically challenging installations across the UK water sector. Based in the East Midlands, you'll join a specialist team delivering high-spec fabricated steel structures for wastewater treatment plants. This is a full-time, site-based role with regular travel across the Midlands and South of England, including overnight stays and occasional visits to Ireland. The work is varied and requires a high level of accuracy and compliance with industry standards.

Benefits

• Company vehicle, mobile phone and laptop (where applicable)
• Structured training and development with CPD accreditation
• Sponsored Chartership and further educational support
• Hybrid working and flexible hours (where applicable)
• Health screening and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Extended maternity benefits
• Bike to work scheme and free parking
• Pension contributions after 12 months
• Relocation opportunities
• Death in service benefit
• A clear framework for progression and performance

Responsibilities

• Installing heavy fabricated steel structures such as scraper bridges, aerators and access steelwork on water and wastewater treatment sites
• Working with mild and stainless steel, including cutting, grinding, welding and fixing, as well as various types of pipework
• Completing repairs, upgrades and refurbishment works to existing systems, ensuring installations meet British, ISO and client standards
• Following detailed Risk Assessments, Method Statements and Safe Systems of Work Plans to maintain compliance and safety
• Producing accurate daily reports and maintaining company HSQE policies across all activities

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a similar role within the Utilities or M&E industrial sectors
• Engineering qualification to City & Guilds, HNC or equivalent level
• Demonstrable experience in steelwork assembly, welding and site mechanical works
• Training or qualifications in welding, steel fixing or similar
• Familiarity with structural steelwork and rotating equipment installations
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide with overnight stays

How to Apply

If you're looking for a role where your technical skills are valued and your work is delivered to exacting standards, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Josh at Rubicon for more information