Mechanical Fitter
Full-Time | Permanent
£17.50 per hour + overtime at 1.5x
Cheltenham base | UK & international site work
Why You’ll Want This Role
If you’re a hands-on Mechanical Fitter who enjoys building machinery properly, working from drawings, and seeing a job through to completion, this role offers real variety and responsibility.
You’ll be working on bespoke automation and conveyor systems, not repetitive production-line work. The role is strongly mechanical, with paid overtime, early Friday finishes, and opportunities to travel in the UK and overseas.
You’ll be trusted to do the job right, supported by an experienced team, and given the chance to work on interesting, well-engineered equipment.
What You’ll Be Doing
Mechanical assembly of automation machinery and conveyor systems
Fitting frames, guards, bearings, shafts, drives, and precision components
Building medium-sized assemblies and sub-assemblies
Installing and setting up pneumatic systems (valves, cylinders, actuators, airlines)
Working from mechanical engineering drawings and layouts
Carrying out mechanical fault-finding, alignment, and adjustments
Supporting site-based work at customer facilities in the UK and abroad
Very basic electrical tasks only where required (e.g. routing cables or mounting sensors)
Maintaining high standards of workmanship, safety, and cleanliness
The Type of Mechanical Fitter We’re Looking For
Time-served or experienced Mechanical Fitter / Mechanical Assembler
3+ years’ experience building industrial machinery, automation equipment, or conveyors
Confident using hand tools and power tools
Able to read and interpret mechanical drawings
Experience with pneumatics is a strong advantage
Comfortable working independently or as part of a team
Takes pride in quality work and attention to detail
Travel & Working Pattern
Based in Cheltenham, with occasional site work
Travel approximately 30–40% of the time
Typically up to 2 weeks away, around 6 trips per year
UK and international sites including USA and Canada
Hotels, daily allowance, and overtime paid while travelling
What You Get
£17.50 per hour
Overtime paid at 1.5x
International travel with:
Hotel accommodation provided
Daily allowance
Early finish every Friday (14:00)
Uniform and PPE supplied
Spot bonuses and recognition awards
Contributory pension scheme (after probation)
21 days holiday + bank holidays, increasing with service
Private health insurance for you and your family (after probation)
Cycle to Work scheme
Friendly, supportive team with long-term prospects
What You’ll Need
Full UK driving licence (maximum 3 points)
British or EU passport (required for travel to USA/Canada)
No criminal convictions that prevent overseas travel
Professional, reliable, and safety-focused approach
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the UK.
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