Mechanical Fitter

General Description

Up to £38k DOE | Full-time, On-site | Taunton

A well-established and growing engineering business based in the South West is looking to expand its workshop team. The organisation designs and builds special purpose machinery for a varied customer base and is recognised for its strong engineering standards, investment in quality, and supportive team culture.

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The Role

This is a hands-on opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join a busy production environment. The role focuses on the build and assembly of bespoke machinery, working from detailed engineering drawings and contributing directly to the delivery of high-quality, precision-engineered equipment.

Key Responsibilities of the Mechanical Fitter:

• Assemble special purpose machinery and sub-assemblies to engineering drawings and specifications
• Fit mechanical components including bearings, gears, and taper lock pulleys
• Install pneumatic and hydraulic pipework as part of machine builds
• Carry out quality checks and maintain a safe, organised working environment

Requirements of the Mechanical Fitter:

• Time-served Mechanical Fitter or Engineer with a recognised mechanical qualification
• Strong ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications
• Experience working with hand tools and power tools in an assembly environment
• Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics, with fabrication experience advantageous

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £35,000 to £38,000 depending on experience
• Company pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Full-time, on-site role offering long term stability

If you are a skilled Mechanical Fitter seeking a stable, on-site role within a specialist engineering environment, we would love to hear from you.

Please note: At this time, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship. xwzovoh Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring future sponsorship.

Recruitment Consultant: Dan Martin

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