Mechanical Fitter – Repair & Overhaul

Service Service; Norwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Service in Norwich is seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter to support maintenance, repair and overhaul of mechanical equipment. You will dismantle, inspect, repair and assemble components and complete systems to high quality standards.

You will read engineering drawings, perform bench fitting to tolerances, operate manual machine tools and maintain accurate work records using the ERP system. The role is 37.5 hours per week with OT opportunities.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship or equivalent in Mechanical Fitting or similar discipline.
• NVQ/City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent.
• Experience in mechanical fitting, equipment assembly, repair or overhaul.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Good bench-fitting skills and use of hand/power tools.

Responsibilities

• Dismantle, clean, inspect and assess mechanical equipment, recording findings and identifying any issues.
• Repair, rebuild and assemble mechanical components, sub-assemblies and complete systems.
• Carry out bench fitting to engineering drawings, specified tolerances and quality standards.
• Follow work instructions and raise any technical or quality concerns.
• Record working hours accurately against the correct job or cost code using the company's ERP system.
• Work closely with colleagues across fitting, wiring, testing, inspection and stores.
• Maintain a safe, tidy working environment while meeting production deadlines.

Skills

Bench fitting

Reading engineering drawings

Hand & powered tools

Precision measuring

MS Excel (basic)

Education

Recognised apprenticeship in Mechanical Fitting or similar

NVQ/City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Lathes

Milling machines

Surface grinders

Pedestal drills

Micrometers / Vernier calipers

Job description

Mechanical Fitter - Repair & Overhaul

Norwich, Norfolk

Competitive Salary

We're looking for an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join an established engineering and manufacturing business, supporting the maintenance, repair and overhaul of mechanical equipment.

You'll be responsible for dismantling, inspecting, repairing and assembling mechanical components, sub-assemblies and complete systems, using your fitting skills and attention to detail to ensure high standards of quality and workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Dismantle, clean, inspect and assess mechanical equipment, recording findings and identifying any issues.
• Repair, rebuild and assemble mechanical components, sub-assemblies and complete systems.
• Carry out bench fitting to engineering drawings, specified tolerances and quality standards.
• Follow work instructions and raise any technical or quality concerns.
• Record working hours accurately against the correct job or cost code using the company's ERP system.
• Work closely with colleagues across fitting, wiring, testing, inspection and stores.
• Maintain a safe, tidy working environment while meeting production deadlines.

Requirements

• Recognised apprenticeship in Mechanical Fitting, Machine Building, Assembly or a similar discipline.
• NVQ / City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent relevant technical qualification.
• Practical experience in mechanical fitting, equipment assembly, repair or overhaul.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong bench-fitting skills and confident use of hand and powered tools.
• Experience using manual machine tools, including lathes, milling machines, surface grinders and pedestal drills.
• Competence using precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, vernier calipers and slip gauges.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, with the ability to maintain accurate work records.

Working Hours

37.5 hours per week:

• Monday-Thursday: 08:15-17:00
• Friday: 08:15-12:45

Overtime opportunities may be available.

If you have experience in mechanical fitting, equipment repair or overhaul and take pride in producing accurate, high-quality work, we'd like to hear from you.