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Mechanical Fitter
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Giggleswick, Settle, North Yorkshire, BD24, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-07
Listing for:
Engineering Direct Ltd
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-07
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Mechanical Fitter to join our engineering team within our high-care food manufacturing facility. In this role, you will carry out general mechanical fitting duties, including removal of machinery and loading machinery ready for install at a different site.
Because you will be working at heights and moving heavy machinery components, a valid IPAF license, CSCS card, and Telehandler license are mandatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* General Fitting Duties:
Repair, overhaul, and install mechanical components, including conveyor systems, pumps, gearboxes, valves, and pneumatic systems.
* Specialised Equipment Operation:
Safely operate a telehandler to transport heavy machinery components and utilize mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) for high-level maintenance.
* Hygiene & Food Safety:
Maintain strict compliance with food safety standards (HACCP) and ensure all engineering work is conducted in a clean, hygienic manner that prevents product contamination.
* Health & Safety:
Adhere to strict site safety rules, including Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) procedures and working-at-height permits.
⚙️ Requirements & Qualifications
Essential Certification
* CSCS Card:
Valid card demonstrating site safety awareness.
* IPAF Licence:
Categories 3a (Mobile Vertical) and 3b (Mobile Boom).
* Telehandler Licence:
Valid NPORS or CPCS card for telescopic handlers.
Experience & Skills
* Proven experience working as a Mechanical Fitter
* Prior experience within a food, beverage, FMCG, or pharmaceutical environment is highly desirable.
* Strong knowledge of conveyors, pneumatics, hydraulics, and pipework.
* Ability to read and interpret mechanical technical drawings.
* Understanding of food hygiene standards and high-care factory requirements.
Working Conditions
* Working within a fast-paced food production facility.
* Environments may vary between high-care clean rooms, ambient areas, and cold storage.
* Working at heights and confined spaces.
Working Monday - Friday, 11 hours days
£26 per hour plus digs
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