Mechanical Fitter

Type: Permanent, Full Time

Function: Engineering

Location: Huddersfield

Mechanical Fitter

Location: Huddersfield
Salary: £18.27 per hour | Approximately £38,000 per year
Hours: 40 hours per week
Monday - Thursday: 07:30 - 16:30 | Friday: 07:30 - 13:30

 

Are you a skilled Mechanical Fitter with experience in welding, pipe fitting and fabrication?

We are looking for a versatile and experienced Mechanical Fitter to join our Process team in Huddersfield. This is an excellent opportunity for a multi-skilled tradesperson who enjoys varied, hands-on work and takes pride in delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

Working primarily within the combustion and industrial sector, you will be involved in the installation, servicing, repair and manufacture of a wide range of mechanical equipment and systems.

What We Offer

We believe our people are our greatest asset and offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• £18.27 per hour – approximately £38,000 per year
• 40-hour working week with an early finish every Friday
• Free eye test and a free pair of glasses worth up to £50
• Yearly health check
• PAM Assist Employee Wellbeing Programme
• Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme
• Death-in-Service benefit of up to three times your annual salary
• Company pension scheme with contributions matched up to 6%
• Free onsite parking
• Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme - buy up to 5 extra days' holiday

The Role

This is a varied role that combines several skilled engineering disciplines.  We are looking for someone who is adaptable, practical and confident working across these complementary trades.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical Fitting

• Install, service and repair industrial machinery and mechanical equipment
• Work primarily on equipment and systems within the combustion industry
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and technical specifications
• Align, fit and assemble components using hand tools, power tools and precision measuring equipment
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and servicing on mechanical systems
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs

Welding

• Carry out MIG, TIG and stick welding to a high standard
• Join metal components in accordance with drawings and specifications
• Interpret welding symbols and technical drawings
• Follow approved welding procedures and quality standards
• Ideally hold, or have experience of, coded welding qualifications

Pipe Fitting

• Install, repair and maintain industrial piping systems
• Read and interpret piping diagrams and isometric drawings
• Calculate measurements and accurately mark materials for cutting
• Thread, bend and fabricate pipework to specification
• Install valves, fittings and associated piping components
• Test pipe systems for leaks and correct operation
• Ideally hold Gas Safe qualifications

Fabrication

• Manufacture metal products and components from raw materials
• Work from engineering drawings and specifications
• Measure and mark materials accurately for cutting and assembly
• Fabricate structures and components to precise tolerances
• Carry out quality checks to ensure finished work meets the required standards

About You

We are looking for a skilled and motivated engineer with a strong practical background and the ability to work across multiple engineering disciplines.

Ideally, you will have:

• Completed an apprenticeship or equivalent experience in Mechanical Fitting, Welding, Pipe Fitting or Fabrication
• A minimum of 3–5 years' experience within an industrial or commercial environment
• Experience across more than one trade discipline
• The ability to confidently read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Strong mathematical and spatial reasoning skills
• Excellent problem-solving and fault-finding abilities
• A good understanding of relevant engineering and safety standards
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to work independently and manage your workload with minimal supervision
• A positive attitude and commitment to delivering high-quality work

Essential and Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have relevant trade qualifications and certifications, including:

• Relevant trade certification or recognised qualification
• Current welding qualifications where applicable – coded welding experience is highly desirable
• Gas Safe qualification is desirable
• Full, valid driving licence

The following would also be advantageous:

• Forklift certification
• First Aid certification
• Additional trade qualifications or cross-training across mechanical fitting, welding, fabrication or pipe fitting

Working Environment

This is a hands-on role within an industrial and manufacturing environment. Depending on project requirements, the role may involve:

• Working in industrial and manufacturing environments
• Exposure to noise, heat and varying weather conditions
• Working at different customer or project sites
• Occasional travel and working away from home
• Overtime when required to support project delivery
• Working in confined spaces where necessary

Join Our Team

If you are a skilled Mechanical Fitter looking for a varied and rewarding role where you can use your experience across mechanical fitting, welding, pipe fitting and fabrication, we would love to hear from you.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team, work on interesting industrial projects and benefit from a competitive salary and excellent benefits package.

Apply now to take the next step in your engineering career.