Mechanical Fitters Mate

Shillito Group; Old Warren; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training from experienced fitters

Competitive salary £27k–£30k per year

Long-term career development

Varied work across mechanical install/

Job summary

Shillito Group is recruiting a Mechanical Fitter's Mate to join a well‑established business offering full training and long‑term development opportunities. This role is ideal for someone looking to start a mechanical engineering career and gain hands-on experience, with on-the-job instruction and safety‑driven practices.

No extensive experience required; candidates should be practical, reliable and eager to learn, with a hands‑on approach and good communication.

Qualifications

• Interest in mechanical engineering and willingness to learn.
• Experience using hand tools, from work, college or personal projects.
• A mechanical or engineering qualification is beneficial but not essential.
• Practical, hands-on approach with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced fitters with installation, assembly and dismantling of mechanical equipment.
• Work with ventilation systems, ductwork and fans, including plastics and metals.
• Support maintenance, repairs and basic fault finding.
• Help inspections and identify issues with existing equipment.
• Use hand tools safely and follow health and safety procedures.
• Assist with preventative maintenance on plant and machinery.
• Work alongside engineers on site.

Skills

Interest in mechanical engineering

Willingness to learn

Hand tools experience

Good communication

Education

Mechanical/Engineering qualification (beneficial)

Job description

Mechanical Fitter's Mate

Shillito Group are recruiting for a Mechanical Fitter's Mate to join an established business offering full training and long term development opportunities.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to get into mechanical engineering, whether you've recently completed an engineering qualification or have some hands‑on experience and want to develop your skills.

You don't need years of experience. We're looking for someone practical, reliable and keen to learn.

The Role

• Assist experienced fitters with the installation, assembly and dismantling of mechanical equipment.
• Work with ventilation systems, ductwork and fans, including plastic and metal components.
• Support maintenance, repairs and basic fault finding.
• Help carry out inspections and identify issues with existing equipment.
• Use hand tools and equipment safely.
• Assist with preventative maintenance on plant and machinery.
• Work alongside experienced engineers on site.
• Follow health and safety procedures and maintain a tidy working environment.

What We're Looking For

• An interest in mechanical engineering and a willingness to learn.
• Some experience using hand tools, whether through work, college or personal projects.
• A mechanical or engineering qualification would be beneficial but isn't essential.
• A practical, hands‑ons approach to work.
• Good communication skills and the ability to follow instructions.
• Reliability, punctuality and a positive attitude.

What's on Offer

• Full training from experienced mechanical fitters.
• £27k - £30k
• Opportunity to gain hands‑on engineering experience.
• Long‑term career development.
• Varied work across mechanical installation and maintenance.
• Supportive team environment.

Shillito Group is a specialist recruitment and executive search partner, working with ambitious businesses to secure high-impact talent across commercial and engineering markets. Our reputation is built on deep expertise, trusted relationships and delivering results that go beyond the brief