Mechanical Fitter

Location:

Sheffield, UK

Hours

Job Category

Salary

Full Time

Engineering

£19.50 - £20.00ph DOE

About the Role

We are recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join a leading heavy engineering and foundry enviroment in Sheffield. Working as part of a skilled maintenance team, you will be responsible for carrying out planned and preventative maintenance activities, ensuring plant machinery and production equipment operate safely and efficiently.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanically minded engineer who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is looking to develop their skills within a well-established heavy engineering facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on foundry and plant machinery.

• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults to minimise downtime and maintain production output.

• Perform routine inspections of equipment and machinery, identifying potential issues before they become breakdowns.

• Support maintenance shutdowns and major repair projects.

• Replace and repair components including bearings, pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, motors, shafts, and hydraulic equipment.

• Work closely with production and engineering teams to ensure machinery reliability.

• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete work reports.

• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental procedures.

• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance and reliability.

• Participate in emergency breakdown response when required.

Requirements

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience working as a Mechanical Fitter, Maintenance Fitter, or similar engineering role.

• Experience within a heavy engineering, foundry, steel, manufacturing, or industrial environment.

• Strong understanding of mechanical maintenance principles and fault-finding techniques.

• Experience carrying out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules.

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.

• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems would be advantageous.

• Welding experience, particularly Stick/MMA welding, would be highly desirable.

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable and safety-conscious approach to work.

• Positive attitude with a strong work ethic.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Flexible approach to supporting production requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive salary from £19.50 per hour.

• Overtime opportunities available.

• Ongoing training and development.

• Long-term career prospects within a well-established engineering business.

• Supportive and experienced maintenance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Planned and reactive Mechanical maintenance

Requirements

• ability to work at heights

• able to use tools

• CNC machinery skills an advantage

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter 

Hours: Full-time

Location: Sheffield

Salary: £19.50 per hour plus overtime opportunities.

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