Hydraulic Fitter

Build Technician / Semi-Skilled Fitter

Bradford | Full Time | Permanent

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.

• 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

Monday to Thursday: 7:00am - 3:30pm

Friday: 6:00am - 2:30pm

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.

• 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

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

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.