Mechanical Fitter

Luton Bennett; Staplegrove; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Staplegrove is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to work on the assembly of special purpose machinery. The role offers a competitive hourly rate alongside benefits such as overtime pay and increasing holidays. Ideal candidates will have experience in mechanical fitting and hold a relevant engineering qualification. Join a well-established company renowned for its technical excellence during a time of growth.

Benefits

Premium overtime rates

Increasing holidays

Bank holidays

Free parking

Sick pay

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a mechanical fitter or engineer.
• Skilled in using hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Responsibilities

• Build and assemble special purpose machinery.
• Work from engineering drawings.
• Conduct quality checks.

Skills

Experience using hand and power tools

Mechanical engineering qualification

Experienced mechanical fitter

Education

Mechanical engineering qualification

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Fitter (Machine Assembly) – Taunton, Somerset

£18.29 Per Hour DOE + Premium Overtime Rates (5-10 Hours per Month) + Increasing Holidays (Up to 25 Days) + Bank Holidays + Free Parking + Sick Pay

37.5 Hours per Week - Monday to Thursday 08:00 to 16:30, Friday 08:00 to 13:30

Mechanical Fitter required to work in a varied and technically challenging role. This is a great opportunity to join a well-established company with a global reputation during a busy period of growth.

Responsibilities

• Building and assembling special purpose machinery
• Working from engineering drawings
• Using hand and power tools
• Fitter bearings, taper lock pulleys and gears
• Working with hydraulic and pneumatic pipework
• Quality checks

Candidate requirements

• Experienced mechanical fitter / engineer
• Hold a mechanical engineering qualification
• Experience using hand and power tools