257 mechanical fitter jobs found

Job title: Raft Fitter - (mechanical Fitter) Job location: Near Burton upon Trent Shifts: Days only. Hours per week: 40. Hours: 7am to 4pm Monday to Thursday, 7am to 1pm on Friday. Duration: 6 month contract, highly likely to extend, possible temp to perm. Start date: immediate. Client Summary: Leading manufacturer and front line supplier of powertrain products based in the UK and Ireland. Areas of expertise include Engine Overhaul, final Drive Overhaul and locomotive refurbishment. Position Summary: Stripping Rafts / building transmissions within the Rail industry. You will be working in teams to breakdown mechanical systems on to locomotive rafts and rebuild. Roles can include: * Engine strip down or strip down of components and rebuild. * Fitting newly re-furbished engines back onto the rafts including all components that service that service and help the running of the engine, radiators, pumps, tanks, pipe work, electrical looms and more. * To have a good...

Job title: Raft Fitter - (mechanical Fitter) Job location: Near Burton upon Trent Shifts: Days only. Hours per week: 40. Hours: 7am to 4pm Monday to Thursday, 7am to 1pm on Friday. Duration: 6 month contract, highly likely to extend, possible temp to perm. Start date: immediate. Client Summary: Leading manufacturer and front line supplier of powertrain products based in the UK and Ireland. Areas of expertise include Engine Overhaul, final Drive Overhaul and locomotive refurbishment. Position Summary: Stripping Rafts / building transmissions within the Rail industry. You will be working in teams to breakdown mechanical systems on to locomotive rafts and rebuild. Roles can include: * Engine strip down or strip down of components and rebuild. * Fitting newly re-furbished engines back onto the rafts including all components that service that service and help the running of the engine, radiators, pumps, tanks, pipe work, electrical looms and more. * To have a good...

Mechanical Fitter - Pipework and Plant 2no. positions Bury St Edmunds, IP32 7BB. 6 Month contract position - Monday - Friday 7.30am - 5.30pm. This will lead to other work. The company is a UK leading, multi disciplined engineering firm specialising in major mechanical and electrical installations within the food processing industry. The huge range of work carried out by the company includes process pipework and plant installations, planned and preventive maintenance, environmental services and many other engineering services associated with the food and beverage industry. This is a fantastic opportunity for a mechanical fitter to join the mechanical engineering division, supporting a process pipework and plant maintenance project in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. Duties As a suitably experienced mechanical fitter you will be based on site at a food production facility in Bury St Edmunds. The works involve carrying out planned preventive mechanical maintenance around a large...

Job Title: Overhaul Team Member - Single Skilled (Mechanical Fitter) Overview: You will be based in Manchester, joining a team of over 80 professionals working on a major overhaul project for the Class 390 Avanti High Speed Trains. If you have not worked with rolling stock, this is an excellent opportunity to be part of a world-leading organisation responsible for maintaining and ensuring the reliability of this iconic, globally recognised fleet. Rullion has a strong long-standing partnership with our client and we place great importance on contractor welfare. Your well-being is our priority, with an experienced on-site account manager available to support you throughout the project. This role not only offers an enjoyable working environment, but also the chance to develop valuable skills to progress further in your career. Purpose of Role: You will be working as part of the major overhaul team to service, maintain, repair and overhaul rolling stock and equipment, including the...

Mechanical Fitter Heathrow Airport £25.00 per hour Ongoing Days, Nights, Weekends Uplifts in place for nights and weekends. The Company MJM is currently recruiting experienced Mechanical Fitters to work at Heathrow Airport on a long-term basis. You'll be part of a skilled team responsible for maintaining the mechanical integrity of Heathrow’s critical infrastructure—keeping systems running efficiently in one of the world’s busiest airports. The Role As a Mechanical / Maintenance Fitter based at Heathrow, you will be responsible for maintaining automated systems to ensure maximum productivity, efficiency, and equipment availability. Your duties will include: * Maintaining automated systems to a high operational standard * Carrying out fault-finding, reactive repairs, and planned preventative maintenance * Diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults * Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure smooth system performance About You * Proven experience...

Semi-Skilled Mechanical Fitter Location: Clevedon, Somerset Pay Rate: £13.85 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday (Days) Contract: Ongoing long-term contract We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a highly successful and well-established manufacturer supplying specialist equipment to the semiconductor and electronics industries. Due to continued growth and investment, our client is seeking a Semi-Skilled Mechanical Fitter / Mechanical Production Operative to join their expanding manufacturing team in Clevedon. This role is ideal for candidates with previous experience in mechanical assembly from any manufacturing or production environment. You will be involved in the build of mechanical sub-assemblies for specialist electromechanical safety equipment, working from engineering drawings and detailed build instructions. Full training, support, and mentoring will be provided. This is a quality- and KPI-driven role, operating to strict safety and manufacturing standards within a...

Mechanical Fitter – Bath - 6 Months - £320 per day We are currently working with energy services company delivering HV energy infrastructure and plant installations across commercial, industrial, and utility sectors. Due to increased project demand, we are seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter to support the installation of HV systems and associated mechanical plant on a 6 month contract based in Bath. The Role You will work on the mechanical installation of HV energy systems, plant rooms, and supporting infrastructure. The role is site-based and involves working alongside electrical HV teams, supervisors, and commissioning engineers to deliver projects safely and efficiently. Key Responsibilities Mechanical installation of HV energy systems and associated plant Installation of steelwork, containment supports, pipework, pumps, and mechanical assemblies Assisting with positioning, alignment, and securing of HV equipment (mechanical scope only) Working from mechanical...

Time-served mechanical fitters required from 27th January for a 3 day machinery relocation project. 10hrs a day CSCS/CCSNG required IPAF and/or FLT preferred

Time-served mechanical fitters required from 26th January for a 4 day machinery relocation project. 10hrs a day CSCS/CCSNG required IPAF and/or FLT preferred

Job Advert: Mechanical Fitter (Substations) Role: Mechanical Fitter Location: United Kingdom Contract Type: Temporary - 6-month contract Start Date: 26/01/2026 End Date: 31/07/2026 Hours: 45 hours per week | Mon-Fri | 07:30-17:30 Rate: £300 per day We are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join a key project within the utilities sector. This is a temporary contract role, offering a competitive daily rate and the opportunity to work on essential high-voltage infrastructure. About the Role: You will be responsible for carrying out electrical and mechanical fitting activities on high-voltage switchgear, transformers, and associated equipment. The role involves installation, maintenance, and fault-finding across a range of HV and LV systems, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. Key Responsibilities: · Perform electrical fitting on HV switchgear, transformers, and control/protection equipment · Install earthing systems and outdoor...

Job Advert: Mechanical Fitter (Temporary Contract) Role: Mechanical Fitter Location: United Kingdom Contract Type: Temporary - 6-month contract Start Date: 26/01/2026 End Date: 31/07/2026 Hours: 45 hours per week | Mon-Fri | 07:30-17:30 Rate: £300 per day We are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join a key project within the utilities sector. This is a temporary contract role, offering a competitive daily rate and the opportunity to work on essential high-voltage infrastructure. About the Role: You will be responsible for carrying out electrical and mechanical fitting activities on high-voltage switchgear, transformers, and associated equipment. The role involves installation, maintenance, and fault-finding across a range of HV and LV systems, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. Key Responsibilities: · Perform electrical fitting on HV switchgear, transformers, and control/protection equipment · Install earthing systems and...

Mechanical Fitter 12 Month contract Based in Bolton Offering £28.35ph Inside IR35 Apprenticeship Required Are you an experienced Mechanical Fitter? Do you hold an apprenticeship in a related industry? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If the answer is yes to these, then this could be the role for you! You will be a Mechanical Fitter working with a Leading Defence and Aerospace company where you will be responsible for carrying out manufacturing and test tasks within the mechanical department, in accordance with product certification procedures, defined workmanship standards, allocated budgets, and timescales to meet project objectives. What you will be involved with: 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...

Due to new contracts our client based in Birkenhead are looking to recruit a Maintenance Fitter to work on several projects. Ideally you will be time served and have experience working on large heavy industrial machinery. The work will involve both planned and reactive maintenance. Hours Of Work Are: Mon - Thur - 8 -4 Fri - 8 – 2 Package includes: * Time and half overtime in week and double pay on Sunday. * Weekly Pay * Contributary Pension * Holiday pay at 25 days + 8 bank holiday on hourly accrue This role is within IR35 so PAYE is the only method of payment available. Please send your CV to be considered for this role

Job Title: Experienced Mechanical Fitters – Mechanical Assembly Location: Wallsend PAYE Rate: £21.50/hour (rising to £23.50/hour after training) Hours: 42 hours/week We are currently seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters to join a long-term project involving the assembly of Suspended Internal Platforms (SIPs). This is a mechanical assembly role and we are looking for strong assembly experience, previous use of bobtail techniques and the ability to read and work from engineering drawings. Requirements: • Proven experience in mechanical assembly/fitting • Relevant qualification in Mechanical Assembly or Mechanical Engineering • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings • Familiarity with Bobtail techniques • Able to work at height • Reliable and committed to completing project Pay & Progression: • Starting rate: £21.50/hour PAYE • After training : £23.50/hour PAYE • 42-hour working week How to Apply: If you're an experienced Mechanical Fitter with a background in...

Mechanical Fitter, £21.00 per hour, Temporary to Permanent, Based in Paisley, covering whisky distilleries from Girvan to Perth Travel: Paid at hourly rate from Paisley to site Responsibilities * Monday–Thursday: 7:30am–4:30pm | Friday: 7:30am–2:00pm * Install, maintain, overhaul, and repair mechanical equipment at customer premises * Work on pumps, valves, gearboxes, conveyors, and associated plant machinery * Carry out planned and emergency maintenance across multiple sites * Assemble, disassemble, test, and inspect complex rotating machinery * Mark out, cut, drill, mill, tap, and ream mild steel and non-ferrous metals * Assemble and fit components to specification * Complete repairs and servicing to a high standard * Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment * Support continuous improvement activities Skills & Experience Required * Time-served Mechanical Fitter or...

TXM are currently recruiting for 4 x Raft Fitters based in Barton, Burton upon Trent on a contract basis. Location: Barton, Burton upon Trent Hours: 44 hours per week (Mon-Thurs 7am – 5pm and Fri 7am – 1pm) Hourly rate: £Competitive Key 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 (9001, 14001 and 45001) standards and certification To have a good understanding of vehicle mechanical interfaces and repairs of vehicle components. To be able to install / repair hydraulic systems. Previous engine knowledge...

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...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a Mechanical Fitter on initial 12 month contracts and then ongoing and long-term thereafter.   Mechanical Engineering/Manufacturing qualifications essential. Significant mechanical fitting experience required – the work is at a fine detailed level, so any experience with intricate work would be beneficial.   Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing thereafter) Hourly Rate: Hourly Rate: £28.35ph for the first 12 weeks and then £29.70 after week 12 (Umbrella).  Overtime Rates of 'time and a half' for all hours worked over 37 hours per week.   Mechanical Fitters Job Description: The Mechanical Fitter will be responsible for carrying out manufacturing and test tasks within the mechanical department, in accordance with product certification procedures, defined workmanship standards, allocated budgets and timescales to meet project objectives. Certify the product in line with the product...

Skilled Composite Aircraft Fitter Role Overview On behalf of our client, we are recruiting for a Skilled Composite Aircraft Fitter to support the assembly of aircraft main wing assemblies and sub-assemblies, specifically within the Fixed Trailing Edge Assembly area. The successful candidate will assemble composite and metallic aircraft components from detail parts, using approved tools, fixtures, and technical data, in line with strict aerospace quality and safety standards. Key Responsibilities * Assemble and trim composite and metallic aircraft components in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications * Carry out drilling, reaming, and countersinking operations on composite and metallic materials * Accurately set aircraft components in calibrated build jigs * Perform deburring and under-head radius operations on aircraft components and assemblies * Undertake fettling using approved and calibrated setting tools * Use nut runners and pre-set torque...