Mechanical Fitter
3 days ago
We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter to join our team in Suffolk on a temporary basis for up to 3 months. The successful candidate will have hands-on mechanical fitting experience, with welding, drilling, and calibration skills essential. No design work is required. Full training will be provided on all company machinery and equipment.
Key Responsibilities
• Carry out mechanical fitting, assembly, and maintenance tasks on a variety of machinery and equipment
• Perform welding, drilling, and calibration work to required standards
• Read and work from engineering instructions and job sheets (no design responsibilities)
• Conduct routine inspections and basic maintenance
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and organised manner
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to support daily operations
• Follow all company health, safety, and environmental procedures
Training & Development
• Full training provided on all in-house machinery and equipment
Additional Information
• Temporary contract for up to 3 months
• Overtime available depending on workload
• Competitive hourly rate of £18 – £20
Skills Required
Essential Skills & Experience
• Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter or in a similar mechanical/engineering role
• Proficiency in welding, drilling, and calibration
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work accurately and follow technical instructions
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Desirable Skills & Experience
• Experience operating a forklift and/or overhead crane
• Valid certificates for lifting equipment (advantageous but not required)
Keywords
Core Job Keywords
Mechanical Fitter
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Assembly
Mechanical Maintenance
Machinery Maintenance
Equipment Assembly
Technical Skills
Welding
Drilling
Calibration
Mechanical Fitting
Fault Finding
Routine Inspections
Tool Maintenance
Engineering Instructions
Job Sheets
Hands-on Mechanical Work
Desirable Skills
Forklift Operation
Overhead Crane Operation
Lifting Equipment
Manual Handling
Soft Skills / Behavioural Keywords
Attention to Detail
Problem-Solving
Technical Accuracy
Teamwork
Safety Awareness
Quality Focus
Reliability
Job Details / Contextual Keywords
Temporary Contract
3-Month Contract
Overtime Available
Full Training Provided
Suffolk
£18–£20 per hour
Engineering Environment
Production Support
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