Mechanical Fitter

We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Mechanical Fitter to join our engineering team. Operating primarily from our Wolverhampton workshop, the successful candidate will play a critical role in the maintenance, repair and refurbishment of rotating equipment and heavy industrial machinery. The core focus of this position involves the stripping, inspection and rebuilding of gearboxes, industrial pumps and motors.

Key responsibilities:

• Equipment overhaul: dismantle, inspect and rebuild a variety of industrial mechanical equipment, with a primary focus on gearboxes, centrifugal and positive displacement pumps, and electric motors
• Inspection and diagnostics: conduct rigorous inspections to identify wear, damage or operational faults, and measure and record tolerances to ensure parts meet original manufacturer specifications
• Component replacement: safely remove and replace bearings, mechanical seals, gaskets, shafts and other internal components
• Precision assembly: reassemble machinery to strict engineering standards, ensuring correct alignment, tensioning and balancing of all moving parts
• Testing and quality control: perform functional and pressure testing on completed assemblies prior to dispatch or reinstallation on site
• Documentation: complete detailed inspection reports recording findings, parts required and the work carried out
• Workshop operations: work collaboratively within the team, supporting the workshop manager in running a safe, efficient and productive workshop
• Health and safety: adhere to all company health and safety protocols, risk assessments and safe systems of work

The ideal candidate would also suit site based work at the sites of our large customer base, generally around the Midlands.

Hours are Monday to Thursday 07:00 to 16:00, and Friday 07:00 to 13:00. Full time, permanent.

Benefits: company pension, private medical insurance, company events, and on-site parking.

• Time served or fully qualified Mechanical Fitter or Engineer (NVQ Level 3, City and Guilds, or equivalent)
• Demonstrable, hands-on experience stripping, inspecting and rebuilding industrial gearboxes, pumps and motors
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills on mechanical systems
• Proficient with precision measuring equipment: micrometers, vernier calipers and dial indicators
• Able to read and accurately interpret technical engineering drawings and schematics
• A strong commitment to safety and high quality workmanship
• A full driver's licence

• Experience with pipe fitting, or basic fabrication and welding
• Familiarity with site-based installation, maintenance and pressure testing
• Experience in a fast-paced bespoke steel fabrication or industrial service environment