Mechanical Fitter – Machine Building (Not Just Assembly!)
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
Hours: 4-Day Week – Monday to Thursday
Salary: £35,000 – £43,000 per annum (DOE) + Paid Overtime & Additional Allowances
Are you an experienced Mechanical Fitter with true mechanical empathy and a passion for precision engineering?
This established manufacturer in Leeds is looking for a skilled Mechanical Fitter to join their close-knit team. This is not your standard ‘parts assembly’ role — you’ll be building complex machines where your understanding of mechanical fit, clearances, lubrication and fine adjustments is critical to ensuring each build functions exactly as intended.
What you’ll be doing:
* Build and fit bespoke machinery from scratch – not just bolting parts together
* Apply your deep understanding of tolerances, clearances and lubrication points
* Work hands-on with bearings, bushes, shafts, and moving parts, ensuring long-term reliability
What we’re looking for:
* Proven experience building complete machines – not just basic sub-assemblies
* Strong practical understanding of mechanical principles, fits and tolerances
* Ability to interpret complex mechanical drawings and specs
* Genuine pride in your work with a ‘right first time’ attitude
Why you’ll love it:
* Enjoy a true work-life balance with a 4-day working week – long weekends!
* Earn well with a competitive salary plus paid overtime and extra daily allowances
* Join a supportive team that takes real pride in quality workmanship and precision engineering
Who this could be perfect for:
Whether your current title is Mechanical Fitter, Assembly Fitter, Mechanical Assembly Engineer, Fitter & Turner, Machine Tool Fitter, Assembly Technician, Production Engineer, or Manufacturing Engineer — if you have hands-on experience building complete machines (not just basic assembly) and take real pride in doing the job right, we want to hear from you.
Ready to join a team that genuinely appreciates your mechanical expertise? Click Apply Now to submit your CV today