Mechanical & Electrical Fitter – Location: Middleton – Salary: £18.00 – £19.50 per hour, depending on experience – Contract Type: Permanent – Working Hours: 39 hours per week (Monday – Thursday: 08:00 – 16:30; Friday: 08:00 – 13:00). Overtime available, paid at time and a half and double time, depending on hours worked.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical & Electrical Fitter to join a well-established manufacturer specialising in the design and manufacture of industrial rubber mixing machinery.
Working as part of a close-knit engineering team, the successful candidate will be involved in the assembly, fitting, installation and commissioning of bespoke machinery. The role offers a varied workload, with approximately a 50/50 split between mechanical and electrical work, although this will fluctuate depending on project requirements.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing manufacturer offering overtime, the opportunity to travel internationally, and long-term career development within a specialist engineering environment. International travel may be required to support machinery installations and commissioning at customer sites worldwide, although this is not essential for the role.
Key Responsibilities
- Assemble, fit and install bespoke industrial machinery to engineering drawings and specifications.
- Carry out both mechanical and electrical assembly activities throughout the build process.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams and assembly documentation.
- Support the installation, commissioning and testing of machinery.
- Work closely with production and engineering teams to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently and to specification.
- Carry out fault finding and rectify issues during assembly and commissioning.
- Maintain high standards of workmanship, quality and health & safety.
- Support UK and overseas customer installations where required.
- Assist with continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing and assembly processes.
- Complete all relevant job documentation accurately.
What We Need From You
Essential
- Previous experience in a Mechanical Fitter, Electrical Fitter, Mechanical & Electrical Fitter or similar engineering role.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with basic electrical assembly experience.
- High attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Desirable
- Experience assembling industrial machinery or capital equipment.
- Previous installation or commissioning experience.
- Experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
- Willingness to travel for UK and overseas installations.
- Mechanical, Electrical or Multiskilled Engineering qualification or apprenticeship.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly rate of £18.00 – £19.50, dependent on experience.
- Overtime paid at time and a half and double time.
- Company pension scheme.
- 33 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays.
- Opportunity to work on bespoke industrial machinery.
- Optional international travel supporting machinery installations worldwide.
- Long-term career prospects within a well-established engineering manufacturer.
- Supportive team environment with ongoing training and development.
Working Pattern & Location
39 hours per week – Monday – Thursday: 08:00 – 16:30; Friday: 08:00 – 13:00. This is a site-based role in Middleton, with opportunities for UK and overseas travel to support machinery installations and commissioning where required.
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