Mechanical Fitter

ASTUTE Technical Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist lifting and handling equipment company in the UK is seeking a Mechanical Fitter for a prestigious nuclear project. Responsibilities include installation, alignment, and maintenance of overhead cranes in a safety-critical environment. Candidates should have a Level 3 qualification in Mechanical Fitting, experience with overhead cranes, and safety certifications. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits including accommodation allowances and holidays.

Benefits

Generous accommodation and travel allowances

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Opportunity to work on prestigious nuclear projects

Qualifications

• Experience with overhead or gantry cranes.
• Working at Height and CCNSG Safety Passport.
• Familiarity with LOLER and PUWER regulations.

Responsibilities

• Install, align, and assemble mechanical crane components.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Carry out precision measurements and alignment.
• Support commissioning activities with electrical teams.
• Complete QA documentation and maintenance logs.

Skills

Mechanical problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Level 3 Apprenticeship in Engineering/Mechanical Fitting

Minimum Level 3 Diploma in Engineering/Mechanical Fitting

ACE Card in Mechanical Fitting

CPCS A40

Job description

Astute’s Nuclear team is exclusively partnered with a specialist lifting and handling equipment business, acting as the lifting principal contractor on Hinkley Point C. We are currently recruiting a Mechanical Fitter to install, align, and maintain overhead travelling cranes and lifting equipment.

You will work in a highly regulated and safety‑critical environment, ensuring all lifting systems meet design specifications and stringent safety standards. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience in precision fitting, alignment, and maintenance of heavy mechanical assemblies, preferably in industrial or nuclear settings.

The role comes with a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and the opportunity to contribute to one of the UK’s most prestigious nuclear infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities and duties

• Install, align, and assemble mechanical crane components including bridges, end carriages, wheelsets, and hoists to engineering drawings and tolerances.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, including rope changes, brake adjustments, and gearbox inspections.
• Carry out precision measurements and alignment using DIs, micrometers, and laser tools.
• Support commissioning activities alongside electrical and OEM teams.
• Ensure all work complies with LOLER, PUWER, and site‑specific RAMS.
• Complete QA documentation, redline drawings, and maintenance logs accurately.

Professional qualifications

• One of the following:
  • Level 3 Apprenticeship in Engineering/Mechanical Fitting or Engineering, Mechanical, Aircraft, Plant, Machinery, Marine, Vehicle Maintenance or Mechanical Manufacturing (Fitting and Assembly) or Installing and Commissioning Machinery and Equipment.
  • Minimum Level 3 Diploma in Engineering or Mechanical Fitting or Engineering, Mechanical, Aircraft, Plant, Machinery, Marine, Vehicle Maintenance or Mechanical Manufacturing (Fitting and Assembly) or Installing and Commissioning Machinery and Equipment.
  • (Minimum Level 6 in the above if apprenticeship/qualification awarded in Scotland)
  • ACE Card in Mechanical Fitting or Maintenance
  • CPCS A40
• Demonstrable experience with overhead or gantry cranes
• Working at Height and CCNSG Safety Passport.
• Familiarity with LOLER and PUWER regulations.

Personal skills

• Strong mechanical problem‑solving and fault‑finding ability.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• A safety‑first mindset and attention to detail.
• Ability to obtain BPSS security clearance.

Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Fitter role

• Competitive salary based on ECSA rates, dependent on experience.
• Generous accommodation and travel allowances.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Opportunity to work on prestigious nuclear projects with a leading contractor.

INDNUC

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