Mechanical Assembly Fitter in LS, Holbeck, and Borough

Skilled Mechanical Assembly Fitters – 12-Month Contract | Wortley, Leeds Pay: £35,932 per year Benefits: annual bonus, 33 days annual leave, enhanced pension, health cash plan, free parking

Are you an experienced mechanical fitter who enjoys assembling and testing complex machinery? Join a global engineering leader and put your skills to work on high-speed metal forming and finishing equipment!

Our client is a world-class engineering company operating in 41 countries with an $8.5bn turnover. Known for innovation and excellence, they have proudly received The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise in International Trade, Innovation, and Sustainable Development.

Based in Wortley, Leeds, you’ll play a key role in assembling and testing OEM machinery. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assembly and testing of machinery to meet customer requirements
• Delegating and supporting semi-skilled colleagues on non-complex tasks
• Carrying out Operator Asset Care tasks
• Maintaining 6’s standards and auditing work areas
• Escalating parts, drawings, routings, and machine faults
• Participating in investigations for non-conformance (5Y/8D)
• Following stock control procedures
• Providing on-the-job training to apprentices and new employees

We’re looking for candidates who:

• Are apprentice-trained or hold NVQ L3 in a mechanical engineering discipline
• Have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role
• Can follow standard operating procedures, assembly instructions, and engineering drawings
• Demonstrate a flexible, proactive, and team-oriented attitude
• Prioritise safety and quality in their work

• Competitive pay with excellent benefits
• 12-month fixed-term contract with potential for extension or permanent roles
• Opportunity to work for a global leader in engineering
• Supportive, hands-on team environment