Mechanical Fitter in Newton Abbot

Energy Jobline CVL; Highweek; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Highweek is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to join its Turbine Repair team. This position involves servicing, maintaining, and overhauling gas turbines to ensure high standards for both domestic and international clients. The ideal candidate will have experience in mechanical fitting and a relevant engineering qualification. The role includes competitive pay and opportunities to work with advanced turbine technologies.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant industry experience recommended.
• Proficient in mechanical fitting across various sectors.
• Experience with gas turbines a plus.

Responsibilities

• Strip-down and rebuild gas turbine engines.
• Carry out inspections and dimensional checks.
• Manage receipt and dispatch of engines.

Skills

Mechanical fitting experience

Proficient in hand and power tools

Skilled in precision inspection

Excellent attention to detail

Collaborative team player

Problem-solving mindset

Flexible and proactive

Education

Completed Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship

BTEC Certificate or City & Guilds Level 3 (Mechanical)

Tools

Pneumatic tools

Impact tools

Job description

Job Title

Mechanical Fitter – Gas Turbine Repair & Overhaul

Working Hours

9 day fortnight: 07:30‑16:15 Monday‑Thursday; 07:30‑16:00 every other Friday

Salary

Negotiable depending on experience.

Overview

Join a world‑class Turbine Repair team, working hands‑on with industrial gas turbines and associated equipment. You’ll play a key role in servicing, maintaining, repairing and overhauling complex turbine systems, ensuring every engine meets exacting standards for our UK and international customers.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform complete strip‑downs and rebuilds of industrial gas turbine engines following detailed procedures and engineering specifications.
• Clean, inspect and carry out dimensional checks of components using chemical, ultrasonic, and manual methods (videoscopes, micrometers, DTIs, CMMs, etc.).
• Inspect turbine and compressor blades, apply rectification techniques such as dressing, grit blasting and glass peening.
• Assess parts for serviceability, refurbishment, coating and NDT requirements.
• Conduct component and assembly balancing, making multiplane corrections where necessary.
• Assemble products following build procedures, including pressure testing, cryogenic and induction heating, degaussing, and electrical continuity/resistance testing while maintaining full traceability.
• Support failure investigations, prepare photographic records and reports for customers and insurers.
• Install turbines in test facilities, perform pre‑test checks and in‑situ repairs.
• Manage receipt and dispatch of engines, ensuring correct installation in transport pods and containers.
• Support special projects and bespoke machinery work – including fault diagnostics, part selection and repair verification.
• Review and prepare technical documentation to ensure compliance with internal standards.
• Provide training and mentorship for apprentices, new fitters and customer support engineers.
• Safely operate mechanical lifting equipment (gantries, hoists, slings, shackles, etc.) after appropriate training.
• Maintain flexibility to support other mechanical areas and undertake field service work at UK and overseas customer sites.

Essential Qualifications

• Completed Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship or minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience.
• BTEC Certificate or City & Guilds Level 3 (Mechanical).

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with industrial or aero‑derivative gas turbines.
• Knowledge of NDT techniques.
• LOLER or equivalent lifting certification.
• IOSH Working Safely or equivalent qualification.
• Leadership or supervisory training/certification.

Skills & Experience

• Proven mechanical fitting experience in related fields (aerospace, marine, automotive, heavy plant, or power).
• Proficient in hand and power tools, including pneumatic and impact tools.
• Skilled in precision inspection and measurement.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Collaborative team player with a hands‑on, problem‑solving mindset.
• Flexible, proactive and willing to travel when required.

Why Join

This role offers the opportunity to work with advanced turbine technologies in a highly skilled, collaborative environment. You’ll gain exposure to complex mechanical systems, precision engineering and international operations while contributing to the reliable performance of critical power assets.

Application

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