Mechanical Fitter

Gap Technical Ltd; Widnes; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to join a global manufacturing business in Widnes. The role involves design, maintenance, and installation of mechanical equipment, alongside preventive maintenance. Candidates must hold relevant mechanical qualifications and possess good computer and health & safety knowledge. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Must hold apprenticeship or equivalent qualifications in a Mechanical discipline.
• Good computer skills are essential.
• Experience of using preventive maintenance software is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Design, select, maintain and install mechanical equipment.
• Carry out mechanical preventive maintenance.
• Fault location, diagnosis, and repair.

Skills

Mechanical discipline knowledge

Computer skills

Preventive maintenance software

Health & Safety knowledge

Lean Manufacturing knowledge

Education

Apprenticeship or equivalent qualifications

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Fitter — Salary: £37,791 | Location: Widnes | Schedule: Days Only (Mon-Fri)

gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a Mechanical Fitter / Technician / Craftsman to work at their facility near Widnes.

Responsibilities

• Design, select, maintain and install mechanical equipment
• Carry out mechanical preventive maintenance
• Fault location / diagnosis / repair
• Undertake confined space training
• Undertake First Aid training
• Participate in the site Emergency Response team
• Participate in various improvement initiatives
• Overtime available after 40 hours per week; overtime premium rates: time and a half Monday to Saturday and double time on Sundays
• Be on an on-call rota (one week in four) covering critical breakdowns

Requirements / Qualifications

• Must hold apprenticeship or equivalent qualifications in a Mechanical discipline (e.g., NVQ level 3 or C&G Apprenticeship). Further relevant qualifications would be advantageous
• Good computer skills are essential
• Experience of using preventive maintenance software is an advantage
• Working knowledge of Health & Safety at Work Act is essential
• Experience in the chemical industry is not vital but a manufacturing background would be advantageous
• Lean Manufacturing knowledge (5S, Kaizen & 7 wastes) advantageous
• Metal and/or plastic fabrication
• Rotating equipment overhauls
• Hydraulic/pneumatic systems
• Pipework and flange making/breaking
• Knowledge of steam boiler and air compressor plant

How to apply / Additional information

• Apply by sending your CV via the Apply now option on the website
• If you have questions or are interested in other opportunities, please get in touch
• This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of gap technical who are operating as an employment agency
• gap technical are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgments solely on suitability for the job
• Closing Date: 08/10/2025
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