Orion Electrotech
Mechanical Fitter
Mechanical Fitter at Orion Electrotech, based in Morecambe, North West, paying £30,000 - £45,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £30,000 - £45,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Morecambe, North West
- Closing date
- Sector
- Mechanical Engineer
- Forklift
20% below the typical rate for mechanical engineer
Reference 572434372621965282
About the role
Job Title: Mechanical Fitter
Job Title: Fitter
Job post summary
Pay: £30,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
The Role:
We are looking for a hands-on, multi-skilled Fitter to join our busy Assembly Team on a permanent basis. You will be responsible for the final assembly and fit-out of heavy steel fuel tanks and bowsers to exacting specifications.
Your day-to-day will include:
- Mechanical Assembly: Fitting components, sub-assemblies, and hardware to steel fabrications.
- Electrical Installation: Wiring and terminating single and three-phase ancillary systems (pumps, motors, control panels, lighting).
- Plumbing &; Pipefitting: Installing fuel lines, valves, and pipework – this is a critical requirement for this role.
- Testing &; Inspection: Pressure testing, electrical continuity testing, and final quality inspections to ensure "right-first-time" quality.
- Problem-Solving: Interpreting engineering drawings to resolve fitment issues on the fly.
Your hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (30-min lunch two breaks). Flexibility to work overtime during busy periods is essential.
About You:
You are a time-served fitter or have significant experience in a heavy engineering, agricultural, plant, or automotive assembly environment. You are comfortable working with large steel structures and thrive in a fast-paced production environment.
Essential Skills &; Experience:
- Mechanical: Proven background in mechanical assembly and fitting of heavy components.
- Electrical: Competent working with single-phase and three-phase electrical systems (wiring, fault-finding, and terminating).
- Plumbing/Pipefitting: Experience with threaded pipework, compression fittings, and fuel/oil lines.
- Full UK Driving Licence and own transport (due to our location).
- Strong awareness of Health &; Safety practices in a workshop environment.
Desirable (but not essential):
- Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and schematics.
- Computer-literate (MS Office) for recording job completions and test results.
- Experience with fuel systems or ATEX-rated equipment.
- FLT or Overhead Crane licence.
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Reference: 572434372621965282 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 1 Dec 2026 · Listed via Orion Electrotech
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