Mechanical Fitter

Automotive
Written By Toni Taylor

Location: Trafford Park, Manchester
Salary: Up to £15.60 per hour
Hours: 44 hours per week
Shift: Monday to Thursday 07.00 to 17.00 and Friday 07.00 to 14.30
Job Type: Permanent

Benefits:

  • Auto enrolment pension

  • Day off for your birthday

  • 28 days annual leave 

  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

  • Employee wellness and assistance programme including online GP access

We are looking for a practical, hands on Mechanical Fitter to join a growing team in a busy workshop environment. This role suits someone who enjoys building high quality work from the ground up and takes pride in getting the details right. Full training will be provided and you will be joining a supportive team that values reliability, quality and a positive work ethic.

Key Responsibilities of a Mechanical Fitter

  • Work independently using your own initiative to meet targets and quality standards

  • Read engineering drawings and work effectively from work orders

  • Use hand tools, bench saws and measurement equipment safely

  • Install insulated panels onto commercial vehicle bodies

  • Carry out electrical terminations including lighting, switches and tail lifts

  • Seal joints, floors and roofs using silicone and gel coatings

  • Cut metals, woods and plastics using hand tools and bench equipment

  • Maintain excellent housekeeping standards across all work areas

  • Carry out reasonable tasks or projects requested by management

  • Work in line with all health and safety, quality and compliance procedures

  • Demonstrate good time keeping and professional conduct

  • Follow safety and company process changes as required

Skills and Qualifications for a Mechanical Fitter

Essential

  • Previous experience as a Mechanical Fitter

  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes

  • Ability to work safely using tools and workshop equipment

  • Positive attitude and pride in producing high quality work

  • Reliable transport or ability to travel to the site

Desirable

  • Experience within vehicle bodybuilding or commercial vehicle assembly

  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

This is a great role for someone who enjoys practical, varied work and wants to be part of a motivated and supportive team. Even if you do not meet every requirement, we would still like to hear from you.

Click ‘Apply Now’ to take the next step in your Mechanical Fitter career.

REF: 3527

 
 
MET Technician working on the underneath of a car

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If you’re interested in this opportunity and would like to apply, simply complete the below form and attach your CV.

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