Job title: Mechanical Fitter
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Engineering
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £35,000.00
Job published: 18-03-2026
Job ID: 39312
Contact name: Adrian Sharpe
Phone number: +441905611611
Contact email: Adrian@straight-linegroup.co.uk

Job Description

Mechanical Fitter

Location: Multi-site | Hours: Flexible (incl. overtime & weekends)

 Join a High-Performance Engineering Team

We’re looking for a hands-on Mechanical Fitter to keep critical plant and machinery running at peak performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

If you thrive on fault-finding, fixing problems fast, and making equipment run better than ever — this role is for you.


What You’ll Do

  • Carry out PPM and reactive maintenance
  • Diagnose faults and repair mechanical equipment
  • Work on hydraulic, pneumatic & mechanical systems
  • Weld, fabricate, and carry out machining repairs
  • Minimise downtime and maximise plant performance
  • Support continuous improvement across two sites
  • Maintain high health & safety standards

What You Need

  • Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter (heavy industry ideal)
  • Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
  • Welding/fabrication experience
  • Flexible, reliable, and a strong team player
  • Ability to work independently and under pressure

Bonus Skills

  • Siemens S7
  • Forklift / crane / slinging
  • Confined space / working at height
  • MEWP, First Aid, Fire Marshal

What’s In It For You

  • Competitive pay + overtime
  • Stable, long-term role
  • Opportunity to grow and develop
  • Work in a busy, hands-on environment where no two days are the same