Mechanical Fitter

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter
Location: Consett Area
Salary: Circa £42,000

Benefits:

* 35 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (43 in total)

* Long-term career opportunities with future progression

* Competitive overtime rates and on-call payment (1 in 4)

* 6% pension contribution

* Stand-by pay: Minimum of 4 hours paid plus hourly allowance while on-call

The Company:
Join a global manufacturing leader offering a stable and rewarding career with low staff turnover and a supportive work environment. Known for valuing employees, they provide an outstanding benefits package, including an exceptional holiday allowance, pension contributions, and career progression opportunities. This is a fantastic chance to grow within a company that truly invests in its people.

Working Hours:
8am–4pm (flexibility needed)
On-call rota: 1 weekend in 4

Benefits:

* Highly competitive salary

* Stand-by pay for on-call rota

* Opportunities for progression and training

* A fantastic work-life balance with an exceptional holiday package

Job Description:
As a Mechanically Biased Fitter, you will play a critical role in maintaining and improving manufacturing operations. You will be responsible for Planned Preventative Maintenance, Reactive Maintenance, and Condition Monitoring. In addition to mechanical fault-finding and repairs, you will also engage in welding, fabrication, and the maintenance of pumps, valves, and pipework. Experience within heavy industry, chemical, or COMAH environments is highly desirable.

Your responsibilities will include:

* Maintaining accurate records within the CMMS system

* Supporting TPM (Total Preventive Maintenance) initiatives

* Mentoring apprentices as part of the training programme

* Participating in the stand-by rota to ensure out-of-hours support

Skills & Experience:

* Time-served apprenticeship in maintenance

* Manufacturing industry experience (heavy/chemical/COMAH preferred)

* Hands-on welding and fabrication skills

* Strong mechanical fault-finding ability

* Familiarity with pumps, valves, and pipework

* ATEX qualification (desirable)

* Mechanical Compex qualification (desirable)

Why Should You Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing company that values its workforce and offers real career progression. With a highly competitive salary, outstanding benefits, and a positive working environment, this role is perfect for an experienced Mechanically Biased Fitter looking to advance their career.

Take the next step in your career as a Mechanically Biased Fitter today