113 mechanical fitter jobs found in Burton upon Trent

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter Location: Barton Under Needwood, Staffordshire Duration: Contract ( 3 months min) Rate:TBC Working Hours: * Monday to Thursday - 07:00 to 16:00 * Friday - 07:00 to 13:00 * Overtime is available. We are currently recruiting for a number of Mechanical Fitters for contract work based in Barton-Under-Needwood working for a large engineering company. Own transport is recommended due to the location. Key Duties & Responsibilities: * Responsible for ensuring your own health and safety and that of others and promoting a positive health and safety culture within the workplace * Ensure all Health and safety obligations are met, and company policies are adhered to * Report any safety concerns, hazard observations, accidents and incidents by the end of that shift to allow full investigation and prevent re-occurrence * Ensure activities and associated actions and measures taken do not endanger but assist with the upkeep and maintaining the company's ISO...

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter (Raft Fitter) Location: Barton Under Needwood , Staffordshire Duration: Contract (6 months min) Pay Rate: DOE Hours :7am till 4pm Monday to Thursday and 7am till 1pm on a Friday Own transport recommended due to location Our Client based in the Burton on Trent area are looking for Mechanical Fitters for an ongoing contract. Ideal candidates would be experienced HGV fitters / Heavy Plant Fitters with Hydraulic experience Responsibilities: To have a good understanding of vehicle mechanical interfaces and repairs of vehicle components. To be able to install / repair hydraulic systems. To be able to fault find and carry out diagnostic investigation work. Previous engine knowledge would be advantageous. To overhaul of raft components. To be able to understand schematic drawings. To undertake training as and when required. To work within a realistic timeframe. To mentor trainees / apprentices when applicable. To ensure that waste is disposed of in the...

Job Title: Hydraulics Fitter / Mechanical Fitter Location: Burton upon Trent Shift: Days Hours: 40 hours per week Monday to Thursday: 7:00am - 4:00pm Friday: 7:00am - 1:00pm Salary: Pay to be discussed (DOE) Duration: Contract role - minimum 6 months with potential to become permanent Start Date: Immediate We are currently recruiting for a Hydraulics Fitter / Mechanical Fitter for a well-established engineering company based in Burton upon Trent. This is a bench-based role focused on the overhaul, assembly and testing of hydraulic equipment used within demanding industrial and rail environments. The position involves working on a range of hydraulic products including pumps, motors, valves, manifolds and hydraulic power units, as well as high-pressure hydraulic tooling such as press equipment. Candidates will be involved in fault finding, precision assembly and testing to strict industry standards. Key Responsibilities * Bench fitting, overhaul and testing of hydraulic pumps,...

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter (Raft Fitter) Location: Barton Under Needwood , Staffordshire Duration: Contract (6 months min) Pay Rate: DOE Hours :7am till 4pm Monday to Thursday and 7am till 1pm on a Friday Own transport recommended due to location Our Client based in the Burton on Trent area are looking for Mechanical Fitters for an ongoing contract. Ideal candidates would be experienced HGV fitters / Heavy Plant Fitters with Hydraulic experience Responsibilities: To have a good understanding of vehicle mechanical interfaces and repairs of vehicle components. To be able to install / repair hydraulic systems. To be able to fault find and carry out diagnostic investigation work. Previous engine knowledge would be advantageous. To overhaul of raft components. To be able to understand schematic drawings. To undertake training as and when required. To work within a realistic timeframe. To mentor trainees / apprentices when applicable. To ensure that waste is disposed of in the...

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter Location: Barton Under Needwood, Staffordshire Duration: Contract ( 3 months min) Rate:TBC Working Hours: * Monday to Thursday - 07:00 to 16:00 * Friday - 07:00 to 13:00 * Overtime is available. We are currently recruiting for a number of Mechanical Fitters for contract work based in Barton-Under-Needwood working for a large engineering company. Own transport is recommended due to the location. Key Duties & Responsibilities: * Responsible for ensuring your own health and safety and that of others and promoting a positive health and safety culture within the workplace * Ensure all Health and safety obligations are met, and company policies are adhered to * Report any safety concerns, hazard observations, accidents and incidents by the end of that shift to allow full investigation and prevent re-occurrence * Ensure activities and associated actions and measures taken do not endanger but assist with the upkeep and maintaining the company's ISO...

We are currently looking for experienced Mechanical Fitters to work for one of our clients in Burton on Trent on a temp to perm basis The client is a market-leading manufacturer of specialist equipment to a range of industry sectors including heavy engineering and aerospace. Due to the specialist nature of the products the work is both interesting and varied and will involve the build and assembly of a wide range of components on large special purpose machinery along with some maintenance work. Working from drawings from base materials through to finished product the main duties of this mechanical fitters role will include the following:- * Assembly of smaller components * Building of sub-assemblies and main product * Preparation of finished product for dispatch * Attending various sites to carry out both installation and maintenance duties The ideal candidates must be experienced Mechanical Fitters, preferable having served a recognised apprenticeship and possess relevant...

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter (Training and Upskilling Provided) Job Location: Crewe, Cheshire Shifts: Mon-Fri 8am 4.30pm (With Flexibility to work shifts) Hourly Rate: £16.57 PAYE / £21.44 Umbrella (Training rate for first approx. 6 weeks) £18.82 PAYE / £24.40 Umbrella (Post training) Hours Per Week: 37 Duration: Ongoing Start Date: March/April 2026 Industries/Backgrounds Considered: Rolling Stock, Automotive, Marine, Plant, Aviation, Military, HGV Technicians, Assembly, Engineering, Car Garage, Fitter, Rail TRANSITION YOUR CAREER INTO THE RAIL INDUSTRY Shorterm Group are recruiting for over 75 Mechanical Fitters for long term contracts for their major client Alstom to carry out the Mechanical. Overhaul of Rail Bogies at their Crewe Depot. Whether you are currently looking for work or are in employment and fancy a change of career we...

Job title: Mechanical Fitter Job location: Crewe, Cheshire Hourly pay rate: £18.82 PAYE / £24.40 Umbrella Shifts: Mon-Fri 8am 4.30pm (with flexibility to work shifts) Hours per week: 37 Duration: Ongoing Start date: ASAP Industries considered Rolling Stock, Automotive, Marine, Plant and Aviation, Military, HGV Technicians Company Summary: A global leader in Rolling Stock vehicle manufacturing, service and maintenance. Position Summary: Based within the Rolling Stock industry (Trains) we are currently recruiting for Mechanical Engineers to operate out of a Rolling stock depot based in Crewe, to carry out the Mechanical Overhaul of Rail Bogies. Candidates will be required to carry out the following duties: * Bogie overhaul, damage repair and engineering * Wheel set overhaul, repair and analysis * Bogie chassis, damage repair and clean * Bogie and gearbox engineering / repair * Wheel exchange on wheel sets * Bearing,...

Job Title: Rolling Stock Fitter Excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Fitter from a manufacturing / engineering environment. Based within the Rolling Stock industry (Trains) we are currently recruiting for Mechanical Engineers to operate out of a Rolling stock depot based in Crewe, to carry out the Mechanical Overhaul of Rail Bogies. Candidates will be required to carry out the following duties: Mechanical Fitter – Main Duties: Bogie overhaul, damage repair and engineering * Wheel set overhaul, repair and analysis * Bogie chassis, damage repair and clean * Bogie and gearbox engineering / repair * Wheel exchange on wheel sets * Bearing, axle and wheel mounting * Components and sub-assemblies overhaul repair and analysis * Re-engineering and production of spare parts To undertake all types of Mechanical, repair and replace on Rolling Stock to ensure that we provide our customer with a reliable, safe and defect free train. They require a Mechanical Fitter...

Kinetic Skills & Trades are currently recruiting for qualified and experienced Mechanical Fitter/Engineers for positions based in North Manchester. The roles are on a contract basis for a minimum of 6 months+ initially, but likely to go on much longer. The roles are commutable from all areas of North Manchester and also Salford, Oldham, Trafford etc. Key functions of this position include, but are not restricted to, mechanical build, strip and assembly of capital machinery. Hourly rates will be from £16.78/hr PAYE & £25.17 for hours over 39 hours. *If you are currently working through an umbrella company, you would be able to continue using an umbrella paying a basic rate of £21.87/hr. **Overtime available at time and one half working 39 hours per week. *WEEKLY OVERTIME AVAILABLE* Core hours: 07:30 - 16:00, 15:00 on Friday. Half an hour for lunch. Qualification, Knowledge, Skill, Aptitude, Experience Required include: ESSENTIAL: * Time served -...

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter Location: Doncaster Job Type: Full-Time Salary: £50.128 Monday to Friday night shift (10 PM – 6 AM) About the Role We are seeking a skilled and reliable Mechanical Fitter to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for assembling, installing, maintaining, and repairing mechanical systems and equipment. This role requires strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Key Responsibilities * Assemble, install, and maintain mechanical equipment and machinery * Interpret and work from engineering drawings and technical specifications * Diagnose faults and carry out repairs to mechanical systems * Perform routine maintenance and inspections to ensure equipment reliability * Use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments safely and effectively * Ensure all work is completed in accordance with...

We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Engineer for a temp to perm position. This is an exciting opportunity to join a 24/7 mechanical maintenance team at a FMCG facility. Immediate starts available! As a Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Engineer you will carry out mechanical maintenance and repairs on production machinery and infrastructure, performing planned and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime. Support production reliability, respond to breakdowns, and ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Food Safety standards. Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Engineer – Hours & Pay: 39 hrs/week: Monday –Thursday 7:30–16:00, Friday 7:30–15:30 (30-min lunch). Hourly rate standard: £19.10/hr, Mon–Fri OT (after 8 hrs): £28.65/hr, Saturday: first 4 hrs £28.65/hr, thereafter £38.20/hr, Sunday: £38.20/hr, Overtime optional Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Engineer – Key Duties: * Mechanical maintenance, repairs, and improvements to...

We are currently recruiting Mechanical Fitters to join a leading rail engineering company. This role involves working on the removal, modification, and refitting of rolling stock to a high standard, following industry regulations and company procedures.  Key Responsibilities: To have a good understanding of vehicle mechanical interfaces and repairs of vehicle components. To be able to install / repair components. To be able to fault find and carry out diagnostic investigation work. To overhaul of rail components. To undertake training as and when required. To work within a realistic timeframe. To ensure that waste is disposed of in the correct manner. To adhere to written or verbal instructions.Requirements: Previous experience in mechanical roles, or a similar hands-on trade/engineering environment. Confident in the use of hand tools, power tools, and workshop machinery. Strong attention to detail with the ability to read and follow technical instructions. Commitment to working...

Mechanical Fitter / Plumber We are seeking a highly skilled and qualified Mechanical Fitter / Plumber to join our facilities maintenance team in Tameside. This role is ideal for a proactive individual with a strong background in mechanical systems and plumbing, ensuring high-quality service delivery across a diverse commercial and public-sector portfolio. Role Overview Pay Rate: £25.00 per hour. Hours: 40 hours per week. Working Pattern: Monday - Friday. Location: Tameside. Contract Type: Temporary / Ongoing. Key Responsibilities System Maintenance: Carry out routine planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs to mechanical plant and plumbing systems. Mechanical Fitting: Inspect, maintain, and repair pumps, valves, and associated pipework to ensure operational efficiency. Plumbing Works: Undertake minor installations and repairs to building fabric, including sanitary ware and water distribution systems. Fault Finding: Utilize technical expertise to...

MPI require a Mechanical Fitter to work on a long term contract basis, for our client based in Kempston 40 hours per week Mon - Fri 7:00am – 15:30pm, with half hour lunch break but this can vary when working on client sites Our client is an established manufacturer of water processing equipment, based in Bedford. They require a skilled mechanical fitter to assist with installations of equipment on client sites. The role will involve travelling to client sites and assisting an engineering team with the installation of a wide range of processing / treating equipment. Experience of working on Water Treatment works is always an advantage. ESSENTIAL CSCS Card – Green (as a minimum) Blue or Gold SSSTS or SMSTS EUSR (water Hygiene) Confined Space PASMA (Scaffold Towers) First Aid JOB PURPOSE To work safely at all times and to always consider the safety of others in anything they do. To deliver mechanical services on defined projects. To take instruction from a team leader. To...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Henlow, Bedfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Manufacturing Technician subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. Hourly Rate: £29.70 (Overtime Hourly rate of ‘Time and a half’ for hours worked over 37 hours per week).   Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Live Build Manufacturing Technician Job Description: The Live Build Manufacturing Technician will be responsible for carrying out manufacturing, test and inspection tasks within the Live Build Facility, in accordance with product certification procedures, allocated budgets and timescales to meet project objectives. Certify the product in line with the product certification procedure. Maintain product certification and approval via regular audits. Possess a versatile skill base with the capability to apply these skills across a range of tasks. Be fully conversant with all equipment, tools and measuring instruments associated...

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter (Full Training Provided) Location: Crewe, Cheshire Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm (37 hours per week) - flexibility required to work shifts Pay Rate: £16.57 per hour PAYE / £21.44 per hour Umbrella (Training rate - approx. first 6 weeks) £18.82 per hour PAYE / £24.40 per hour Umbrella (Post training) Duration: Ongoing Start Date: March / April 2026 Training Day: Very likely to be 27th March 2026 We are recruiting for Mechanical Fitters for long-term contracts at the Crewe depot. This is a genuine opportunity to move into the Rail industry - full training will be provided. You do not need rail experience. You do not need formal qualifications. If you have at least 18 months' hands-on mechanical experience using tools in a practical environment, we can train you. The role involves the mechanical overhaul of rail bogies, including: Bogie overhaul, damage repair and engineering Wheelset overhaul and repair Gearbox and component repairs...

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter. Location: Crewe, Cheshire Pay Rate: £18.82 per hour PAYE / £24.40 per hour Umbrella Hours: Mon -Thurs 8am - 4.30pm (with flexibility to work shifts) Friday Early finish 12.15pm Duration: Ongoing / long term contract. Start Date: ASAP We are recruiting for Mechanical Fitters to join a leading Rolling Stock company based at their depot in Crewe. This is an ongoing contract opportunity working on the mechanical overhaul of rail bogies. Duties will include: Bogie overhaul, damage repair and engineering Wheelset overhaul, repair and analysis Bogie chassis repair and cleaning Bogie and gearbox repair Wheel exchanges Bearing, axle and wheel mounting Overhaul and repair of components and sub-assemblies Re-engineering and production of spare parts The role involves carrying out mechanical repair and replacement work on rolling stock to ensure trains are safe, reliable and defect-free. Backgrounds considered:...

Skilled Mechanical Assembly Fitters – 12-Month Contract | Wortley, Leeds Pay: £34,717 per year | Benefits: annual bonus, 33 days annual leave, enhanced pension, health cash plan, free parking Are you an experienced mechanical fitter who enjoys assembling and testing complex machinery? Join a global engineering leader and put your skills to work on high-speed metal forming and finishing equipment! About the Company Our client is a world-class engineering company operating in 41 countries with an $8.5bn turnover. Known for innovation and excellence, they have proudly received The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise in International Trade, Innovation, and Sustainable Development. The Role Based in Wortley, Leeds, you’ll play a key role in assembling and testing OEM machinery. Your responsibilities will include: * Assembly and testing of machinery to meet customer requirements * Delegating and supporting semi-skilled colleagues on non-complex tasks * Carrying out Operator Asset Care...

Job Title: Mechanical Fitters – Military Vehicle Systems Location: Coventry CV6 Vacancy Type: Full-time, Temp/Contract (6 months with potential extensions). Salary: £19 to £25 per hour subject to experience Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive sufficient applications. ​ Build vehicles that save lives. ​ NP Aerospace is assembling a team of skilled Mechanical Fitters to support high-priority defence programmes in our Coventry facility. These temporary roles (with the potential for extension) offer the chance to work at the sharp edge of military vehicle integration—where precision, quality, and purpose meet. ​ We're hiring 3 fitters to join our production teams immediately. What you’ll be doing You’ll work on the assembly and integration of mechanical and electrical vehicle systems, supporting low-volume, high-specification defence platforms. * Assemble and fit mechanical and electrical sub-systems to tight specifications *...