Mechanical Fitter

Mechanical Fitter 6830

Location:
Stroud

Hours:
Monday to Thursday 7:30am – 4:30pm, Friday 7:30am – 2:00pm (40 hours per week) with overtime available

Salary:
£30,000 – £35,000 per/Annum (dependent on experience)
plus additional earning through bonuses and overtime

• Carry out sub-assembly production fitting and final assembly operations
• Assemble mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electronic components and sub-assemblies
• Produce fabricated assemblies of varying size and complexity, including marking out, cutting, folding, pipe bending, and weld joint preparation
• Install hydraulic and pneumatic systems as part of general production builds
• Verify complete assemblies for alignment, dimensions, and overall quality standards
• Adhere to all company Health & Safety policies and maintain a safe working environment

• Solid engineering background with relevant industry experience
• Ability to interpret manufacturing drawings, general arrangement drawings, and sub-assembly drawings
• Competent use of hand and power tools for assembling both large and small fabricated components
• Working knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Right to work in the UK (sponsorship not available)

• Experience in vehicle fabrication or fitting
• Background within aviation, military, marine, or similar industries
• Basic electrical assembly experience and ability to read electrical circuit drawings

• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Company pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Free on-site parking
• Access to company benefits portal with discounts and wellbeing support
• Production bonus and tool bonus available
• Overtime opportunities

• Opportunity to develop skills within an experienced and supportive engineering team Career progression opportunities within a growing specialist manufacturing business

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