Mechanical Fitter

Ganymede Solutions Ltd; Tameside; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering provider is seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter for a long-term role in Tameside. You will perform mechanical overhauls and inspections on various equipment. Ideal candidates should have hands-on experience, be time-served or possess a Level 3 qualification, with strong skills in using air and calibrated tools. Regular overtime opportunities and supportive training programs available.

Benefits

Structured training program with financial support

Regular overtime and weekend shifts

Stable, long-term role

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience as a Mechanical Fitter or Technician.
• Time-served or Level 3 mechanical qualification required.
• Experience as an HGV, plant, or vehicle mechanic.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical overhauls, inspections, and rebuilds.
• Support safety checks and fault rectification.
• Maintain depot safety and cleanliness standards.

Skills

Mechanical fitting skills

Experience with air tools & calibrated tools

Fault rectification skills

Education

Level 3 mechanical qualification

Tools

Air tools

Calibrated tools

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Fitter

Location: Tameside
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £35,000

Shifts: Rotating Early & Late (Mon–Fri)
Start: ASAP

About the Role

We are looking for hands-on Mechanical Fitters or Technicians join a busy heavy engineering depot. You’ll be working as part of a skilled team carrying out full mechanical strip downs, rebuilds, and overhauls on large equipment ensuring it’s safe, reliable, and ready for operation.

Hands-on work with multiple vehicle types, each requiring tailored engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical overhauls, inspections, and rebuilds.
• Work with air tools & calibrated tools
• Support safety checks and fault rectification in the workshop.
• Maintain depot safety and cleanliness standards.

What We are Looking For

We would love to hear from you if you have experience as a:

• HGV, plant, or vehicle mechanic / technicial
• Mechanical or engineering fitter
• Bodyshop or heavy equipment engineer

You can be time-served or hold a Level 3 mechanical qualification — what matters most is your skill and work ethic.

Shifts & Overtime

• Early Shift: Mon–Thurs 06:00–14:30, Fri 06:00–13:30
• Late Shift: Mon–Thurs 14:00–22:30, Fri 10:30–18:00
• The opportunity to pick up overtime in the week & also weekends.

Why Join

• Regular overtime and weekend shifts available.
• Stable, long-term role in a national engineering depot
• Develop your expertise through a structured training program, with £1,000–£1,500 to explore skill modules ranging from welding and shunting to mentoring.
• Supportive, team-focused working environment

Apply Now

If you have a solid mechanical background and enjoy hands-on rebuild and overhaul work, apply today for this Mechanical Fitter opportunity.

We are proud to support equality, diversity, and inclusion within engineering. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, skills and experiences, and we are committed to providing a fair and accessible recruitment process for everyone.

As part of the recruitment process, candidates must pass a drug and alcohol test and obtain a satisfactory DBS check.

Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation