Mechanical Fitter I

Swift; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Swift in Cheltenham is seeking a Mechanical Fitter I to join the production team. This hands-on role involves mechanical, basic pneumatic, and structural assembly under supervision, with opportunities to progress to Mechanical Fitter II as skills develop.

You’ll work with the Product Line team to build high‑quality assemblies in line with specifications and schedules, while maintaining tools and workspace standards and contributing to continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Practical mechanical or engineering skills.
• Some experience of mechanical assembly or fitting would be beneficial.
• Ability to work from engineering instructions and specifications.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Positive and reliable attitude.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and develop new mechanical skills.
• Good awareness of Health & Safety.
• Ability to work to production deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical assembly work under supervision.
• Complete basic pneumatic and structural assembly tasks.
• Build high-quality assemblies and machines to engineering specifications.
• Work towards production schedules and customer delivery deadlines.
• Complete required documentation relating to machine builds.
• Maintain tools and work areas to a high standard.
• Support daily 5S activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across production and other departments.
• Develop skills through the Mechanical Skills Matrix.
• Assist with the induction and training of new starters.
• Identify opportunities to improve build and testing processes.
• Support improvements to procedures, drawings, and training documentation.
• Participate in continuous improvement and Kaizen activities.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures and company policies.
• Ensure tools and equipment are maintained safely and remain fit for purpose.

Skills

Practical mechanics

Mechanical assembly

Engineering instructions

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Health & Safety

Production deadlines

Job description

Mechanical Fitter I

2026-09-19T00:00:00

Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GB, GL50 3

Contract: Any

Closing Date: 2026-12-18T07:01:03.64

An established engineering and manufacturing business based in Cheltenham is seeking a Mechanical Fitter I to join its production team. This is a hands‑on mechanical assembly role, ideal for someone with practical mechanical skills who is looking to develop further within an engineering environment. You will carry out mechanical, basic pneumatic, and structural assembly work under supervision, with the opportunity to develop towards Mechanical Fitter II level.

The Role

Working within the Product Line team and reporting to the Product Line Supervisor, you will help build high‑quality assemblies and machines in line with engineering specifications and production schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical assembly work under supervision
• Complete basic pneumatic and structural assembly tasks
• Build high-quality assemblies and machines to engineering specifications
• Work towards production schedules and customer delivery deadlines
• Complete required documentation relating to machine builds
• Maintain tools and work areas to a high standard
• Support daily 5S activities
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across production and other departments
• Develop skills through the Mechanical Skills Matrix
• Assist with the induction and training of new starters
• Identify opportunities to improve build and testing processes
• Support improvements to procedures, drawings, and training documentation
• Participate in continuous improvement and Kaizen activities
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures and company policies
• Ensure tools and equipment are maintained safely and remain fit for purpose

What We Are Looking For

• Practical mechanical or engineering skills
• Some experience of mechanical assembly or fitting would be beneficial
• Ability to work from engineering instructions and specifications
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Positive and reliable attitude
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Willingness to learn and develop new mechanical skills
• Good awareness of Health & Safety
• Ability to work to production deadlines

What's On Offer

• Full-time engineering opportunity
• Structured skills development
• Opportunity to progress towards Mechanical Fitter II
• Training and development within a manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to work on mechanical assemblies and complete machine builds
• Supportive team environment with a strong focus on continuous improvement