Mechanical Fitter in Birmingham

Energy Jobline ZR; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Birmingham is seeking an Assembler / Fitter to join their team. This role involves assembling electrical control boxes and requires previous mechanical and basic electrical assembly experience. Candidates should be confident using hand tools and able to interpret technical drawings. This temp-to-perm opportunity offers competitive pay and a supportive workshop environment.

Benefits

Weekly pay via Major Recruitment

Consistent daytime shifts

Supportive, modern workshop environment

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Qualifications

• Previous experience in mechanical/electrical assembly or fitting.
• Ability to follow technical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Proactive and reliable approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Assembly and fitting of electrical control boxes for security systems.
• Reading and interpreting basic electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Testing and inspecting completed assemblies for functionality and quality.

Skills

Mechanical assembly experience

Basic electrical assembly

Confidence working with hand and power tools

Good communication skills

Team-working skills

Job description

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Assembler / Fitter – Electrical Control Boxes

Location: Birmingham (B18) Contract: Temporary to Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Pay: Competitive - based on experience Agency: Major Recruitment

Major Recruitment is currently recruiting for a skilled Assembler / Fitter to join a leading manufacturer based in Birmingham (B18). This is a temp-to-perm opportunity for someone with strong mechanical and basic electrical assembly experience, particularly with control boxes used in:

• Turnstiles
• Traffic barriers
• Security gates and fencing systems

Role Responsibilities:

• Assembly and fitting of electrical control boxes for security systems
• Reading and interpreting basic electrical and mechanical drawings
• Using hand-held tools such as screwdrivers, drills, crimpers, wire strippers, etc.
• Wiring and connecting components (switches, relays, connectors, terminals)
• Testing and inspecting completed assemblies for functionality and quality
• Maintaining a clean and organised work area

Candidate Requirements:

• Previous experience in mechanical/electrical assembly or fitting
• Confidence working with hand and power tools
• Ability to follow technical drawings and wiring diagrams
• A proactive and reliable approach to work
• Good communication and team‑working skills

Desirable:

• Experience in assembling control panels or similar low-voltage electrical systems
• Understanding of basic electrical safety and wiring practices
• Background in manufacturing for the security or automation sector

What’s in it for you?

• 40 hours per week, consistent daytime shifts
• Competitive pay (based on experience)
• Weekly pay via Major Recruitment
• Temp‑to‑perm opportunity with long-term prospects
• Supportive, modern workshop environment

INDLS

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