Semi-Skilled Assembly Fitter

We’rerecruiting multiple Semi-skilled Assembly Fitters in Wortley, Leeds. The work is hands-on, varied, and genuinely interesting: sub-assembly of high-performance OEM machinery for one of the world’s mostrecognisedengineering businesses. If you know your way around hand tools and mechanical components, we want to hear from you - regardless of whether you have formal qualifications.

• £29,750 per year + annual bonus

• 33daysannual leave—well above the norm for contract work.

• Enhanced pension schemeand health cash plan included from day one.

• Free on-site parkingat the Wortley, Leeds site.

• Permanent contract - with progression routes.

• Multiple roles available.

Our client designs, develops, and manufactures high-speed metal forming and finishing machinery - operating across 41 countries with an $8.5bn turnover. They hold multiple Queen’s Awards for Enterprise in International Trade, Innovation, and Sustainable Development. This is a serious engineering environment, withthe investment and standards to match. Hands-on work, done properly.

You’llbe working within the assembly department at Wortley, Leeds - supporting skilled mechanical fitters and getting involved in the full range of sub-assembly activity. The work is varied: no two days are identical, andyou’llbe building practical knowledge of precision OEM machinery as you go.

• Building sub-assemblies using standard operating procedures and fixtures

• Preparing components for painting (washing and masking) and finishing after paint (re-tapping, reaming, cleaning)

• Marking off, drilling, and tapping

• Installing exterior equipment: nameplates, guard switches, hydraulic hoses, and pumps

• Routing steel and nylon pipework

• Unpacking and preparing parts for assembly

• Fitting non-electrical services prior to testing

• Applying sealants andassistingwith non-electrical stripping before dispatch

We’renot looking for a CV full of qualifications.

We’relooking for someone who is genuinely good with their hands, takes quality seriously, and can follow a procedure without needing to be chased.

You’llbe a strong fit if you have:

• Solid hand tool experience from a manufacturing, engineering, or assembly environment

• Confidence working with mechanical components and assemblies to a defined spec

• A background in motor mechanics, machine building, mechanical assembly, or a related trade—whether through work, training, or personal projects

• Attention to detail and a flexible, team-first attitude

• Willingness to follow standard operating procedures and elevate issues correctly