Mechanical fitter / Tester - Valves

Aqumen Recruitment; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter & Tester in Brighouse, West Yorkshire. The successful candidate will focus on assembling, fitting, and testing a variety of industrial valves. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £35,000 and numerous benefits, including overtime opportunities and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Overtime opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Experience working within the valve, pump, or rotating equipment sectors.
• Strong understanding of mechanical assembly and testing procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, strip, and rebuild valves to specifications.
• Carry out hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure testing.
• Inspect components for wear, damage, or defects.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Testing procedures

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Time-served Mechanical Fitter or equivalent qualification

Job description

Mechanical Fitter & Tester – Valve Industry

Location: Brighouse, West Yorkshire
Salary: £35,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We’re looking for a skilled Mechanical Fitter & Tester to join our growing team in Brighouse.This is a hands‑on role within the valve industry, focused on the assembly, fitting, and pressure testing of a wide range of industrial valves and associated equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, strip, and rebuild valves to specifications.
• Carry out hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure testing in accordance with company and client standards.
• Inspect components for wear, damage, or defects prior to assembly.
• Work from technical drawings, engineering instructions, and test procedures.
• Maintain high levels of safety, quality, and accuracy at all times.
• Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.

About You

• Time-served Mechanical Fitter or equivalent qualification.
• Experience working within the valve, pump, or rotating equipment sectors.
• Strong understanding of mechanical assembly and testing procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• A proactive approach to problem‑solving and attention to detail.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of £35,000 per annum.
• Overtime opportunities.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Pension scheme and other company benefits.
• A supportive and friendly team culture with opportunities for progression.

How to Apply

If you’re an experienced Mechanical Fitter or Tester looking for a new challenge in a well‑established engineering business, we’d love to hear from you.