Mechanical Fitter – Engineering Workshop

2 weeks ago

Croydon, Greater London, United Kingdom A1 Personnel Full time £30,000 - £60,000 per year

Mechanical Fitter – Engineering Workshop

Are you passionate about precision engineering and take pride in bringing complex machinery back to life?

Join a highly skilled workshop team in
Croydon
, where every day brings something new from rail transmissions and cooling systems to marine gearboxes and power industry components.

This workshop is a vital part of the UK's engineering network, supporting customers across the
Rail, Marine, Power, Oil & Gas
sectors and beyond. Whether developing innovative new solutions or restoring critical equipment to peak performance, you'll be part of a team that keeps industries moving.

About the Role

As a
Mechanical Fitter
, you'll play a hands-on role in the
maintenance, repair, and overhaul
of mechanical systems and rotating equipment. Working across specialist product cells, you'll take full ownership of your projects — from
strip-down and inspection
to
assembly, testing, and documentation
.

You'll work with precision, following detailed drawings and specifications to diagnose faults, rebuild systems, and ensure that every component performs flawlessly before it returns to service.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out
    strip down, inspection, survey, assembly, and testing
    of mechanical systems including gearboxes, pumps, couplers, transmissions, and cooling units.
  • Interpret
    engineering drawings
    to identify components and understand system functions.
  • Ensure
    accuracy and adherence to tolerances
    using precision measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers.
  • Apply correct
    assembly techniques
    — including torque tightening and shrink fits.
  • Uphold high standards of
    health & safety
    and workshop housekeeping.
  • Complete clear, accurate
    technical documentation
    throughout each project.
  • Take ownership of
    basic maintenance
    for equipment in your work cell.
  • Contribute to a
    positive, collaborative team culture
    , sharing technical insights and ideas for continuous improvement.
  • Participate in
    regulated industry compliance
    , including national drugs and alcohol testing programs (e.g. rail sector).

Skills & Experience

  • Minimum
    4 years' experience
    in mechanical fitting, ideally with
    rotating equipment
    .
  • Strong
    mechanical aptitude
    and background in an
    engineering or workshop environment
    .
  • Preferably
    apprentice trained
    or holding a relevant engineering qualification.
  • Working knowledge of
    Risk Assessments, COSHH
    , and safety systems.
  • High attention to detail, precision, and quality.
  • Ability to
    work independently
    while contributing to a team.
  • Flexible, adaptable, and eager to
    learn new skills
    .
  • Excellent communication skills, especially in discussing technical issues.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a
hands-on engineer
with a passion for mechanical systems and a mindset for continuous improvement. You'll be a
team player
, a
problem solver
, and someone who takes pride in doing the job right the first time.

If you thrive in a
fast-paced, technically varied environment
and want to be part of a team that tackles challenges across multiple industries — we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join?

  • Be part of a
    highly skilled, diverse engineering team
    .
  • Work on
    industry-leading mechanical systems
    across multiple sectors.
  • Opportunities for
    growth, training, and development
    .
  • Play a key role in
    keeping critical infrastructure running
    across the UK and Ireland.

Location:
Croydon

Employment Type:
Full-time, Permanent

Industry Sectors:
Rail | Marine | Power | Oil & Gas | Engineering

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