Shift Mechanical Fitter

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing business in Leeds is seeking an experienced Shift Mechanical Fitter. The role involves preventing maintenance, fault-finding, and hands-on work across various mechanical systems in a fast-paced environment. Successful candidates will benefit from a structured shift pattern and opportunities for further training.

Benefits

Additional training provided

Diverse, hands-on work environment

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in an industrial setting.
• Strong mechanical fault-finding skills.
• Confident with CMMS systems.

Responsibilities

• Respond to breakdowns as the first point of contact.
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine inspections.
• Fault-find and repair rotating equipment.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Preventative maintenance techniques

General IT literacy

Education

Recognised Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship

Job description

Job Description

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 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.

Key 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