Mechanical Fitter Apprentice

Quartzelec; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Quartzelec is seeking an experienced Electro‑Mechanical Fitter – Team Leader for their Rugby site in the United Kingdom. This role combines hands-on electro‑mechanical fitting with leadership responsibilities, ensuring high-quality repairs and adherence to safety and quality standards. Qualifications include a Mechanical Engineering qualification and experience in electro‑mechanical environments, particularly with AC and DC motors. Applicants must also be willing to travel short distances as required.

Qualifications

• A Mechanical Engineering qualification (C&G, NVQ or equivalent).
• Experience in an electro-mechanical environment.
• Knowledge of medium and large rotating machines, including high-voltage equipment.
• Experience with AC and DC motors and generators.
• The ability to travel for short durations in the UK and overseas.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and service rotating machines including AC and DC motors.
• Read and interpret mechanical and schematic drawings.
• Prepare components and assemble machines to QA standards.
• Lead team with focus on health, safety, and quality.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electro-mechanical experience

Knowledge of rotating machines

Experience with AC and DC motors

Education

Mechanical Engineering qualification (C&G, NVQ or equivalent)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Electro‑Mechanical Fitter – Team Leader, ideally with strong rotating machines experience, to join our Workshop team at our Rugby site. This role combines hands‑on electro‑mechanical fitting with team leadership responsibilities, supporting the delivery of high‑quality repairs within agreed timescales.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspecting, disassembling and reassembling rotating machines, including AC and DC motors and generators
• Reading and interpreting mechanical and schematic drawings
• Assessing machine condition, wear and damage and carrying out basic electrical testing
• Preparing components and assembling machines to QA standards, ready for test running
• Completing work to a high standard, achieving first‑time fix where possible

Leadership and Coordination Responsibilities

• Leading by example with a strong focus on Health & Safety, Quality and housekeeping
• Completing monthly H&S walkarounds and attending H&S meetings
• Ensuring parts are correctly labelled, stored and handled safely
• Ensuring work instructions are followed and completed accurately
• Liaising with Quality and Inspection teams to ensure records meet required standards

Qualifications

• A Mechanical Engineering qualification (C&G, NVQ or equivalent)
• Experience in an electro‑mechanical environment
• Knowledge of medium and large rotating machines, including high‑voltage equipment
• Experience with AC and DC motors and generators
• The ability to travel for short durations in the UK and overseas

Quartzelec is an equal opportunities employer