Mechanical Fitter

Mechanical Fitter - Permanent Position

37 hours per week | £37,379 per annum | 33 days holiday + excellent benefits

Including upto 13% Combined Pension, Private Gym, Onsite canteen, Health Shield Cash Plan

Working Hours:

• Monday - Wednesday: 7:30 am - 4:15 pm
• Thursday: 7:30 am - 3:45 pm
• Friday: 7:30 am - 12:00 noon

Enjoy an early Friday finish every week as part of a healthy work‑life balance.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join a globally established engineering organisation.

This world‑class manufacturer employs people worldwide and supplies critical equipment to high‑profile industries, including Defence, Power Generation, and Oil & Gas. You will be working within a stable, forward‑thinking business that values quality, innovation, and its people.

Based in Huddersfield, with excellent access to the M62, making the role easily commutable from Halifax, Bradford, Leeds, Rochdale, Oldham, Manchester, Wakefield, Barnsley, Rotherham, and Sheffield.

• Work as part of a team of skilled fitters assembling industrial gearboxes
• Read and work accurately from technical drawings and build instructions
  
  Inspect and record component quality
• Set up, operate, and maintain a high‑tolerance marine gearbox test rig
• Carry out functional testing, recording data
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical issues
• Assist with the installation and commissioning of marine gearboxes

• A recognised Mechanical Engineering qualification (Apprenticeship, HNC, HND, or equivalent)
• Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter within a heavy engineering environment
• Solid knowledge of gearboxes and rotating equipment
• A strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

The position offers long‑term stability, excellent working hours, strong benefits, and the chance to work on globally significant engineering projects. It is ideal for a Mechanical Fitter looking to develop their career within a supportive, diverse, and highly respected organisation.

Andrew Joseph – E3 Recruitment