Mechanical Fitter

My client is seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter / Mechanical Assembly Engineer to join our established engineering team in Buckinghamshire. The primary focus of this role is the assembly, fitting and build of high value electrical / mechanical industrial machines. You will work alongside an experienced team in a supportive environment with opportunities to contribute to complex machinery builds. Their ideal candidate will have previous machine build, fitter, strip down and repair machinery experience.

Mechanical Fitter role:
The successful Mechanical Fitter will report to the Engineering Manager and be responsible for:
• Mechanical and electrical assembly and build of high value electrical / mechanical industrial machines machinery.
• Fit and install mechanical components including bearings, crankshafts and drive systems.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Support machine testing, commissioning and final assembly.
• Work alongside multiskilled colleagues, although the majority of the role is mechanical.
• Maintain high standards of quality, safety and workmanship.
• Occasional travel for installation, commissioning or customer support.
• Working hours: Monday to Thursday, 7:30am to 5:30pm with a 30-minute lunch break

Mechanical Fitter requirements:
• Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Fitting background
• Experience building, assembling, maintaining or fitting industrial machinery
• Ability to read engineering drawings
• Strong hands-on mechanical skills
• Team-oriented approach

Mechanical Fitter package:
• £45k basic salary plus overtime opportunities
• Discretionary annual bonus of up to £5,000 based on company performance
• 4 day working week Monday to Thursday
• 25 days holiday plus statutory holidays
• Private pension after 3 months with 6% employer contribution and minimum 3% employee contribution