Mechanical Fitter

Holt Engineering; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 2,066,400 - 2,341,920; Full time

Job summary

Holt Engineering in Salisbury, Wiltshire, is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to assemble and fit precision components for aerospace and motorsport applications.

Working from engineering drawings, you'll use hand tools and workshop machinery, ensuring parts meet tight tolerances and quality standards. Salary £15.00–£17.00 per hour, full-time permanent role with opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Mechanical Fitter or Aerospace Fitter is desirable.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Proficient with hand tools and capable of detailed assembly to tight tolerances.
• Team player in a busy manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Read and work from engineering drawings, specifications and job routings.
• Carry out precision fitting, fabrication and mechanical assembly work.
• Use hand tools and workshop machinery for cutting, deburring, drilling, riveting and forming.
• Assemble components using mechanical techniques to tight tolerances.
• Work with stainless steel, aluminium, nickel alloys and similar materials.
• Operate and test spot welding equipment where required.
• Carry out conductivity checks and torque testing on finished products; maintain traceability and follow quality control procedures.
• Keep work areas clean, safe and organised.
• Follow company EHS procedures and maintain a safety-focused approach.

Job description

Mechanical Fitter

Salisbury, Wiltshire

Mechanical Fitter salary: £15.00 - £17.00 per hour

Please note: only applicants with the full-time, permanent right to work in the UK will be considered.

Mechanical Fitter Overview:

• Assemble and fit precision components for aerospace and motorsport applications
• Work from engineering drawings, specifications and job routings
• Carry out cutting, deburring, drilling, riveting, forming and mechanical assembly
• Work with stainless steel, aluminium and nickel alloys to tight tolerances
• Join a growing manufacturer with long-term development and progression opportunities

This Mechanical Fitter role is with an established aerospace and motorsport manufacturing business in Salisbury, producing precision pipe, duct and fabricated assemblies for demanding customers. The Mechanical Fitter will work across detailed hand fabrication, fitting and assembly activity, ensuring products are built accurately, tested correctly and completed in line with strict quality requirements. This Mechanical Fitter position suits someone with experience in aerospace fitting, sheet metal, hand fabrication or high-precision mechanical assembly.

Day-to-day responsibilities of a Mechanical Fitter

• Read and work from engineering drawings, specifications and job routings
• Carry out precision fitting, fabrication and mechanical assembly work
• Use hand tools and workshop machinery for cutting, deburring, drilling, riveting and forming
• Assemble components using mechanical techniques to tight tolerances
• Work with stainless steel, aluminium, nickel alloys and similar materials
• Operate and test spot welding equipment where required
• Carry out conductivity checks and minimum/maximum torque testing on finished productsMaintain traceability and follow quality control procedures
• Keep work areas clean, safe and organised
• Follow company EHS procedures and maintain a safety-focused approach

What they're looking for - Mechanical Fitter

• Experience as a Mechanical Fitter, Aerospace Fitter, Sheet Metal Worker or Assembly Technician
• Background in hand fabrication, mechanical assembly or precision fitting
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Confident using hand tools and carrying out detailed assembly work
• Good attention to detail and ability to work to tight tolerances
• Quality-focused approach with pride in producing accurate work
• Able to work well as part of a team in a busy manufacturing environment

Desirable - Mechanical Fitter

• Aerospace sheet metal, aircraft fitting or motorsport manufacturing experience
• Experience with stainless steel, aluminium or nickel alloy components
• Spot welding, torque testing or conductivity testing experience
• Aerospace apprenticeship or similar engineering training
• Experience working in a traceable, quality-controlled manufacturing environment

What's on offer - Mechanical Fitter

• Mechanical Fitter salary: £15.00 - £17.00 per hour
• A varied Mechanical Fitter role working on precision assemblies for high-quality aerospace and motorsport applications.
• The opportunity to develop skills, broaden experience and progress within a growing manufacturing business.
• A supportive team environment with a strong focus on safety, quality and continuous improvement.