Hydraulic Fitter

Build Technician / Semi-Skilled Fitter
Bradford | Full Time | Permanent
Looking for a Hands-On Engineering Role with Training and Progression?
We are recruiting for  two Build Technician / Semi-Skilled Fitter positions  within a well-established engineering workshop in Bradford.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is mechanically minded, enjoys working with their hands, and wants to build a long-term career within engineering and hydraulics. Full training will be provided, making this role ideal for candidates with basic fitting experience who are keen to learn specialist skills.
Salary & Benefits
Starting pay of £13.50 per hour
It's a permanent position
Expected pay increase of approximately £1 per hour after 3 months
Overtime available:
Time and one-third Monday to Saturday
Double time on Sundays
Ongoing training and development
Clear progression into hydraulic testing and diagnostics
Long-term career prospects within a stable business
Workshop incentive scheme, including opportunities to win:
Extra day's holiday
Amazon vouchers
Additional rewards for strong performance
Friendly, close-knit team environment with excellent staff retention
Working Hours
Monday to Thursday:  7:00am - 3:30pm
Friday:  6:00am - 2:30pm
The Opportunity
The business specialises in the  service, repair and overhaul of hydraulic pumps, motors, valves and transmissions , serving equipment used across a wide range of industries.
Initially, you will learn the strip-down, inspection and rebuild process of hydraulic units. As your knowledge develops, you will receive further training on the testing, fault-finding and diagnostics side of the operation.

Key Responsibilities
Stripping and rebuilding hydraulic pumps and related components
Inspecting parts for wear and potential faults
Using hand and power tools safely and effectively
Following engineering drawings and technical instructions where required
Maintaining high quality and safety standards
Supporting the workshop team to ensure products are ready for testing
Keeping work areas clean, organised and safe
What We're Looking For
We are far more interested in attitude and willingness to learn than extensive hydraulic experience.
Candidates may come from backgrounds such as:
Semi-Skilled Fitter
Mechanical Fitter
Assembly Technician
Maintenance Technician
Workshop Technician
Vehicle Technician
Engineering Operative
Plant or Agricultural Machinery Background
You'll ideally have:
Basic mechanical fitting knowledge
Experience using hand tools
An understanding of engineering drawings (desirable)
Good attention to detail
A positive attitude and strong work ethic
The ability to work independently and within a team
A genuine interest in developing new engineering skills
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a highly experienced team, excellent employee retention and a genuine commitment to training. If you're mechanically minded, reliable and eager to learn, you'll be given the support and opportunity to develop into a skilled hydraulic technician.
Apply now to find out more about this exciting opportunity in Bradford.
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