Mechanical Fitter
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 + Overtime
Hours: 7:00am – 4:30pm (45 hours per week)
Overtime: Paid at time and a half
The Opportunity
We are supporting a growing and well-established specialist in the maintenance and refurbishment of municipal and waste collection vehicles. Due to continued expansion, they are looking to recruit a Mechanical Fitter to join their production team.
This is a hands-on, workshop-based role focused on the build, refurbishment, and assembly of refuse collection vehicles and associated equipment. You will play a key part in the production process, ensuring vehicles are completed to a high standard and ready for delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Work as part of the production team building and refurbishing refuse collection vehicles
* Assemble and fit mechanical components including bin lifts, compactors, and body systems
* Carry out strip-downs, inspections, and rebuilds of vehicle components
* Install and work on hydraulic systems and mechanical assemblies
* Follow engineering drawings and specifications to complete builds
* Support production targets while maintaining quality and safety standards
Requirements
* Experience as a Mechanical Fitter in a production, workshop, or heavy engineering environment
* Strong mechanical assembly and fitting skills
* Knowledge of hydraulics and/or vehicle systems (HGV, plant, or similar)
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
* Team player with a proactive and reliable approach
What’s on Offer
* Salary between £35,000 and £40,000
* Overtime paid at time and a half
* Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 4:30pm (45 hours per week)
* Ongoing training and development within the production team
* Stable role within a growing and specialist business
* Long-term progression opportunities as the company continues to expand