Mechanical Fitter

Owen Daniels; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In house training and development courses

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to join their Technical Services team. This full-time position involves hands-on mechanical fitting work on rotating electrical machinery, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have experience with AC and DC motors, strong organizational skills, and a willingness to travel. training and development opportunities are provided to enhance your skill set. This role is field-based and involves varied project work.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter or Winder in an engineering environment.
• Experience working on rotating electrical machinery like AC and DC motors.
• Good planning and organisational skills for project teamwork.
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally, sometimes at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical fitting on large rotating electrical machines.
• Maintain health & safety practices on site.
• Support project delivery by monitoring progress.
• Work collaboratively with Project Managers and Engineers.
• Represent the company professionally on customer sites.

Skills

Mechanical Fitter experience

Experience with rotating electrical machinery

Strong organisational skills

Effective team member

Willingness to travel

Job description

Are you a skilled Mechanical Fitter with experience working on rotating machinery? Do you enjoy varied project work and being hands‑on in technical environments? Our client is looking to recruit a reliable and safety‑conscious Mechanical Fitter to support their growing Technical Services team.

Mechanical Fitter

Permanent

Salary dependent on experience

Full‑time

On site & Field based

Job Description

• Carry out mechanical fitting activities on medium and large rotating electrical machines, ensuring work is completed safely and to a high standard.
• Promote and maintain strong health & safety practices on site, ensuring all tasks are completed in line with approved procedures and documentation.
• Support project delivery by monitoring progress against plans and proactively highlighting risks or delays.
• Work closely with Project Managers and Engineers to ensure quality records, checks, and documentation are completed prior to and during site works.
• Represent the business professionally while working on customer sites, maintaining clear communication and high standards of workmanship.

Essential Experience / Skills / Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Mechanical Fitter or Winder within an engineering or site‑based environment.
• Demonstrable experience working on rotating electrical machinery, including AC and DC motors and generators.
• Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a project team.
• Flexible approach with the willingness to travel nationally and internationally, sometimes at short notice.

Benefits

• In house training and development courses