Mechanical Fitter Supervisor (Heavy Machinery / Hydraulics)

JR United Kingdom; Inverness; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Fitter Supervisor in Inverness, known for high-quality wood processing. This full on-site role involves managing a team responsible for heavy machinery maintenance, ensuring efficient operations, and responding to breakdowns. Candidates need an engineering HNC/degree and supervisory experience. Competitive salary and performance bonuses are offered.

Benefits

Annual Performance Bonus

Half Day Friday

Life Insurance

Free Parking

Career Progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience supervising maintenance and repair of heavy machinery.
• Full UK driving license required.
• Strong problem-solving skills in hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team maintaining heavy machinery and sawmilling equipment.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and repairs.
• Lead a team of fitters to ensure efficient operation.

Skills

Team leadership

Hydraulic issue diagnosis

Maintenance of heavy machinery

Education

HNC/degree or equivalent in engineering

Job description

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Mechanical Fitter Supervisor (Heavy Machinery / Hydraulics), Inverness

Client: Ernest Gordon Recruitment

Location: Inverness

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 08.08.2025

Expiry Date: 22.09.2025

Job Description:

Mechanical Fitter Supervisor (Heavy Machinery / Hydraulics)

£44,000 - £48,000 + Annual Performance Bonus + Half Day Friday + Life Insurance + Free Parking + Career Progression

Are you a mechanical fitter supervisor with experience leading teams, working on heavy machinery, looking for an exciting opportunity to work with one of the UK's leading sawmilling companies who provide a generous annual bonus and career progression?

This company was founded in the 1800s and is recognized as one of the top sawmilling companies in the UK. Employing over 100 staff, they focus on high-quality softwood for construction and packaging industries.

The ideal candidate will work fully on-site, providing quick response to breakdowns or repairs of heavy-duty machinery and sawmilling equipment. You will lead a team of mechanical fitters to diagnose and resolve hydraulic issues, ensuring the efficiency of the sawmilling process.

This role suits a mechanical fitter with team leadership experience, eager to advance their career and salary within a leading UK softwood supplier.

The role:

• Supervise a team maintaining heavy machinery and sawmilling equipment
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and repairs
• Lead a team of fitters
• Organize and follow PPM schedules
• Diagnose hydraulic issues
• Follow health and safety regulations

The person:

• HNC/degree or equivalent in engineering
• Experience supervising heavy machinery maintenance and repair
• Full UK driving license

If interested, click 'apply now' to submit your CV.

Keywords: Inverness, Scotland, Mechanical Fitter, Supervisor, Hydraulics, Pipework, Timber Mill, Soft Timber, Industrial Engineering, Degree, HNC, Heavy Machinery, Plant Machinery

Reference Number: BBBH20725a

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. Salary is a guideline; actual remuneration depends on experience and qualifications.

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