Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

ITP; Pool in Wharfedale; On-site; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing business in England is seeking a skilled Shift Mechanical Fitter. The role offers a competitive salary of £47,000 per year and involves a variety of tasks including fault-finding, preventative maintenance, and working with rotating equipment. The ideal candidate should have a recognized mechanical engineering apprenticeship and at least 5 years of industrial experience. Opportunities for additional training are provided, along with a structured shift pattern.

Benefits

£47,000 annual salary

Permanent role with structured shifts

Diverse, hands-on work

Additional training opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in an industrial setting.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance techniques.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to a close-knit team.

Responsibilities

• Respond to breakdowns as the first point of contact.
• Use Pemac CMMS to receive and log jobs.
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine inspections.
• Fault-find and repair rotating equipment.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding skills

Confident with CMMS systems

General IT literacy

Strong mechanical engineering knowledge

Education

Recognised Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Shift Mechanical Fitter
Location: Leeds
Salary: £47,000 per year
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent (Shifts)

Are you an experienced Mechanical Fitter based in Leeds and looking for a well-paid, shift-based role in a fast-paced industrial environment?

We're working with a leading manufacturing business who are looking to add a skilled Shift Mechanical Fitter to their team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a reactive and preventative maintenance environment and enjoys working with a wide variety of equipment and systems.

Responsibilities

• Respond to breakdowns as the first point of contact, working alongside the shift electrician
• Use Pemac CMMS to receive and log jobs, allocate spares, and record histories
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine inspections
• Fault-find and repair rotating equipment including pumps, gearboxes, pulpers, fans, refiners etc.
• Install and align new mechanical components and assemblies
• Carry out light machining tasks (lathe, mill, pillar drill) and basic welding/fabrication
• Maintain and repair pneumatic, hydraulic, and steam plant systems
• Assist with writing risk assessments and ensuring safety protocols are followed
• Participate in shift rotation, including cover shift every 5th cycle

What You\'ll Need

• Recognised Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship
• At least 5 years\' experience in an industrial setting
• Strong mechanical fault-finding skills
• Confident with CMMS systems and general IT literacy
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance techniques
• A proactive, self-motivated attitude and the flexibility to work shifts
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and contribute to a close-knit team

What\'s on Offer

• £47,000 annual salary
• Permanent role with a structured 4-shift pattern (plus 1 in 5 cover shift)
• Diverse, hands-on work across a large-scale production site
• Additional training provided - including FLT, cherry picker & more
• Opportunity to work on critical assets across mechanical and fluid power systems

Apply now to join a respected employer with a strong track record of investing in their people