Mechanical Fitter (Gearboxes / Industrial)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Denby Dale; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established UK recruitment firm is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to work with gearboxes in Huddersfield. This role involves assembling, disassembling, and repairing gearboxes, along with inspecting and diagnosing faults. The candidate must have a mechanical engineering qualification and experience with related machinery. The job offers competitive pay, opportunities for progression, and various company benefits.

Benefits

Annual Xmas Bonus

Company Benefits

Overtime

Progression to Management

Early Friday Finish

Qualifications

• Experience working with gearboxes or related machinery is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assembling, disassembling and repairing various types of gearboxes.
• Inspecting gear components and diagnosing faults.
• Working alongside CNC machinists and design engineers.

Skills

Experience working on gearboxes

Mechanical Engineering qualification

Job description

Mechanical Fitter (Gearboxes / Industrial)

£42,000 - £48,000 + Progression to Management + Annual Xmas Bonus + Company Benefits + Overtime + Early Friday Finish

Huddersfield

Are you a Mechanical Fitter with experience working on gearboxes looking for an exciting new opportunity to join a business that'll continually invest in your career with opportunities to progress into management?

On offer is the chance to become a fundamental asset to the business. You will be assembling, disassembling and repairing various types of gearboxes, inspecting gear components, diagnosing faults and ensuring repair quality. You'll also work cross‑functionally with the CNC department and other teams to ensure seamless operations.

This company is a well‑established, UK‑based industrial gearbox and gear specialist. With roots going back to 1927, they combine historic experience with modern machining capability. They provide a full spectrum of services, from bespoke gear and gearbox manufacturing through to emergency repairs and refurbishments, across a broad range of industries such as Chemical, Steelworks, Manufacturing and Energy.

This role would suit a Mechanical Fitter with experience working with gearboxes or gear components looking for a new opportunity where you'll be fully equipped to succeed from the off.

Role

• Assembling, disassembling and repairing various types of gearboxes
• Inspecting gear components, diagnosing faults and assembling parts
• Work alongside CNC machinists, gear cutters and design engineers
• Reassemble gearboxes to tight tolerances
• Clean, inspect and measure gears, shafts and bearings

Person

• Experience working on gearboxes, gear components or related machinery
• Mechanical Engineering qualification

Reference Number: BBBH22341

Keywords: Mechanical, Assembly, Fitter, Fitting, Gearboxes, Gearbox, Huddersfield, Yorkshire, Industrial, Engineering, CNC, Machining

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.