Mechanical Assembly Fitter

Company: Nicholas Associates
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Location: Coalville
Job Description:

Job Title

Mechanical Assembly Fitter

Industry

Manufacturing

Hours

Monday to Thursday 6am to 2:30pm and Friday 6am to 11am

Role Type

Permanent

Pay Rates

Level 1: £15.83, Level 2: £16.15, Level 3: £16.46, Level 4: £16.76, Level 5: £17.07, Level 6: £18.31Starting pay usually is £16.46 per hour, 37‑hour week equals £31,669 per annum and overtime can bring total earnings to £37,000.

Location

Near Coalville; commutable from Ashby‑De‑La‑Zouch, Coalville, Burton, Markfield, Loughborough and surrounding areas.

Benefits

  • 33 days holiday
  • Free onsite parking
  • Onsite canteen
  • Pension (5% paid by employer)
  • Life insurance (3× salary)
  • Childcare vouchers

Overview

Working for a large manufacturing business with sites across the UK, the Mechanical Assembly Fitter will be site‑based as part of the assembly team. The role involves building machinery using mechanical hand tools (spanners, torque wrenches, etc.) while reading assembly and engineering drawings to ensure correct construction.

Key Responsibilities

Read assembly instruction and engineering drawings and build the bespoke machinery the company manufactures onsite.

Qualifications

  • Mechanical skill set – ability to work with tools (spanners, wrenches), nuts and bolts
  • Computer literate
  • Strong communication skills
  • NVQ level 2 or above in a mechanical skill set (beneficial)
  • Competent at following assembly instructions

Diversity & Inclusion

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, committed to supporting candidates with disabilities and discussing flexible working options.

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Posted: June 2nd, 2026