Mechanical Fitter / Vehicle Bodybuilder / Assembly Technician Location: Trafford Park, Manchester Pay: Up to £35,692 per year | OTE £39,261 Hours: 44 hours per week | Monday–Thursday 07:00–17:00 | Friday 07:00–14:30 Job Type: Full time, permanent
Tru Talent is a specialist recruitment agency placing experienced Mechanical Fitters and Assembly Technicians across the UK.
About the Role
Are you an experienced Mechanical Fitter looking for a hands-on, varied role in a growing workshop in Trafford Park? This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and motivated team offering up to £35,692 per year with an OTE of £39,261. Full training will be provided, making this a fantastic opportunity for a Vehicle Bodybuilder or Assembly Technician who takes pride in building high quality work from the ground up. If you are a Mechanical Fitter based in or around Manchester looking for a stable, permanent role with a team that values reliability and quality, do not miss this one.
What You Will Be Doing
As a Mechanical Fitter / Vehicle Bodybuilder / Assembly Technician you will be responsible for:
Working independently using your own initiative to meet targets and quality standards
Reading engineering drawings and working effectively from work orders as an experienced Mechanical Fitter
Installing insulated panels onto commercial vehicle bodies
Carrying out electrical terminations including lighting, switches and tail lifts
Sealing joints, floors and roofs using silicone and gel coatings
Cutting metals, woods and plastics using hand tools and bench equipment
Using hand tools, bench saws and measurement equipment safely as a Vehicle Bodybuilder
Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards across all work areas
Working in line with all health and safety, quality and compliance procedures
Pay and Benefits
Up to £35,692 per year depending on experience
OTE £39,261
Friday early finish at 14:30
28 days annual leave
Day off for your birthday
Auto enrolment pension
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Employee wellness and assistance programme including online GP access
What You Will Need
To be considered as a Mechanical Fitter, Vehicle Bodybuilder or Assembly Technician you will need:
Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter, Vehicle Bodybuilder or Assembly Technician within a workshop or manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes
Ability to work safely using tools and workshop equipment
Positive attitude and pride in producing high quality work
Reliable transport or ability to travel to the Trafford Park site
Experience within vehicle bodybuilding or commercial vehicle assembly (desirable)
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (desirable)
How to Apply
A hands-on role like this in Trafford Park will not be available for long. If you are a Mechanical Fitter, Vehicle Bodybuilder or Assembly Technician based in or around Manchester, apply now using the button below or call James on (phone number removed), Monday to Friday between 8am and 5pm. We aim to respond to all applications within 24 hours.
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