Mechanical Fitter

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Stretford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Birthday leave

Enhanced parental pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Branded workwear

Training & development

Early finish Fridays

Wellbeing programme

Job summary

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd on behalf of a specialist vehicle manufacturer is seeking a Mechanical Fitter for the Trafford Park, Manchester site. The role offers a permanent contract, a 44-hour week with flexible finishing times and a starting salary of £35,500 per year, with a company pension and generous leave.

Benefits include Birthday leave (20 days + Bank Holidays), enhanced maternity/paternity pay and access to an Employee Assistance Programme with 24-hour GP support.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter in a manufacturing/engineering environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Skilled in safe use of hand tools and workshop machinery.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and fit specialist vehicle bodies per drawings and work instructions.
• Operate hand tools, measuring equipment and workshop machinery safely.
• Install insulated panels on refrigerated vehicle bodies.

Skills

Mechanical Fitter

Reading drawings

Hand tool operation

Workshop machinery

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established specialist vehicle manufacturing business for a Mechanical Fitter to join their expanding production team at Trafford Park, Manchester.

This is a permanent position offering an excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Fitter to work with a reputable employer known for designing and producing high-quality commercial vehicle bodies, with full training provided where necessary.

The role of Mechanical Fitter offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment with a competitive salary of £35,500 per annum.

The position is based on a 44-hour working week with flexible working opportunities, including early finishes on Fridays.

Benefits also include access to a wellness programme and Employee Assistance Programmes, featuring WeCare from Canada Life, which provides 24-hour online GP access and second medical opinions.

Benefits of the Mechanical Fitter:

• Competitive salary of £35,500 per annum - 44-hour working week with flexible working options
• Early finish every Friday
• Company pension scheme
• Birthday leave - 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24-hour GP access and wellbeing support
• Branded workwear provided
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Inclusive workplace environment Duties of the Mechanical Fitter:
• Assemble and fit specialist commercial vehicle bodies in accordance with engineering drawings and work instructions
• Safely operate hand tools, measuring equipment, and workshop machinery
• Install insulated panels on commercial refrigerated vehicle bodies
• Complete electrical terminations, including lighting, switches, and tail lifts
• Seal joints, floors, and roofs using silicone and specialist coatings
• Cut and prepare metal, timber, and plastic components using workshop equipment
• Maintain strict health and safety standards and good housekeeping practices
• Support broader production activities as required
• Ensure all work is completed to high quality standards, efficiently and accurately
• Requirements of the Mechanical Fitter:
• Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter or in a similar manufacturing or engineering environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Skilled in the safe use of hand tools and workshop machinery
• Strong understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes
• High attention to detail and quality standards
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Reliable transport or ability to commute to Trafford Park, Manchester