Mechanical Fitter / Pump Engineer

JT Recruit Ltd.; Leicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter / Pump Engineer in Leicester. The role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing pumps and rotating equipment. Candidates should have a strong mechanical background, problem-solving abilities, and the flexibility for call-outs. This position offers an opportunity to work closely with customers to provide high-quality solutions.

Qualifications

• Background as a Mechanical Fitter, Pump Engineer, or similar.
• Strong mechanical skills and hands-on experience with pumps/rotating machinery.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances.
• Proactive attitude with great problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility for call-outs.

Responsibilities

• Strip-down, overhaul, and rebuild of pumps and mechanical systems.
• Precision fitting, alignment, and testing of rotating equipment.
• Working closely with customers to deliver reliable, high-quality solutions.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Problem-solving

Reading engineering drawings

Job description

Overview

We're looking for a skilled Mechanical Fitter / Pump Engineer to join our client's team. You'll be working on the installation, maintenance, fault-finding, and repair of pumps, rotating equipment, and associated mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Strip-down, overhaul, and rebuild of pumps and mechanical systems
• Precision fitting, alignment, and testing of rotating equipment
• Working closely with customers to deliver reliable, high-quality solutions

Qualifications

• Background as a Mechanical Fitter, Pump Engineer, or similar
• Strong mechanical skills and hands-on experience with pumps/rotating machinery
• Ability to read engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances
• A proactive attitude with great problem-solving skills
• Flexibility for call-outs