Mechanical Fitter

Key Responsibilities * Install, assemble, maintain, and repair mechanical plant, equipment, and machinery * Work from engineering drawings, technical specifications, and job instructions * Carry out fault diagnosis and breakdown repairs to minimise downtime * Perform routine preventative maintenance in line with schedules * Fit and align pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, bearings, seals, and other mechanical components * Use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment safely and accurately * Carry out site installation work, including on-site fitting and commissioning * Complete accurate job reports, timesheets, and maintenance records * Identify and report any equipment defects, hazards, or areas for improvement * Work collaboratively with the wider engineering, fabrication, and project teams * Adhere strictly to health and safety procedures and site-specific requirements Skills & Experience Required * Time-served Mechanical Fitter or equivalent (NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering, or similar) * Proven experience in a mechanical fitting, maintenance, or installation role within an industrial environment * Strong understanding of mechanical systems, including rotating equipment, hydraulics, and pneumatics * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation * Competent using precision tools and measuring equipment * Good problem-solving skills with a methodical approach to fault-finding * Full UK driving licence (site travel may be required)