Mechanical Fitter / Vehicle Bodybuilder / Assembly TechnicianLocation: Trafford Park, ManchesterPay: Up to £35,692 per year | OTE £39,261Hours: 44 hours per week | Monday-Thursday 07:00-17:00 | Friday 07:00-14:30Job Type: Full time, permanent
About the Role
Are you an experienced Mechanical Fitter looking for a hands‑on, varied role in a growing workshop in Trafford Park? This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and motivated team offering up to £35,692 per year with an OTE of £39,261. Full training will be provided, making this a fantastic opportunity for a Vehicle Bodybuilder or Assembly Technician who takes pride in building high quality work from the ground up. If you are a Mechanical Fitter based in or around Manchester looking for a stable, permanent role with a team that values reliability and quality, do not miss this one.
What You Will Be Doing
As a Mechanical Fitter / Vehicle Bodybuilder / Assembly Technician you will be responsible for:
- Working independently using your own initiative to meet targets and quality standards
- Reading engineering drawings and working effectively from work orders as an experienced Mechanical Fitter
- Installing insulated panels onto commercial vehicle bodies
- Carrying out electrical terminations including lighting, switches and tail lifts
- Sealing joints, floors and roofs using silicone and gel coatings
- Cutting metals, woods and plastics using hand tools and bench equipment
- Using hand tools, bench saws and measurement equipment safely as a Vehicle Bodybuilder
- Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards across all work areas
- Working in line with all health and safety, quality and compliance procedures
Pay and Benefits
- Up to £35,692 per year depending on experience
- OTE £39,261
- Friday early finish at 14:30
- 28 days annual leave
- Day off for your birthday
- Auto enrolment pension
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Employee wellness and assistance programme including online GP access
What You Will Need
- Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter, Vehicle Bodybuilder or Assembly Technician within a workshop or manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes
- Ability to work safely using tools and workshop equipment
- Positive attitude and pride in producing high quality work
- Reliable transport or ability to travel to the Trafford Park site
- Experience within vehicle bodybuilding or commercial vehicle assembly (desirable)
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (desirable)
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