Mechanical Fitter

Mechanical Fitter – Winches & Stage Machinery

South Kirkby | £15–£16 per hour | Permanent | Days

A globally recognised business in South Kirkby that designs and builds bespoke staging, set pieces, and stage machinery for the live entertainment industry is looking for a Mechanical Fitter. You'll be assembling and fitting mechanical systems - predominantly winches - for major tours, concerts, and live events worldwide.

What you'll be doing:

• Assembling mechanical systems including bearings, motors, gearboxes, pulleys, and linear rails
• Fitting and building winch systems for stage machinery
• Fitting and aligning moving parts to ensure smooth and safe mechanical function
• Working from engineering drawings and assembly plans
• Performing functional testing and basic fault-finding on mechanical systems
• Conducting quality checks to ensure work meets specifications and safety requirements
• Using hand tools and precision measuring equipment for mechanical fitting
• Supporting other stage machinery projects cross-departmentally as required

What you need:

• Proven mechanical fitting experience
• Hands-on experience with machine assembly or mechanical builds
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical schematics and assembly drawings
• Good understanding of mechanical systems (bearings, gearboxes, drive systems)
• Competent with hand tools and precision measuring equipment
• Ability to work to tight tolerances and safety standards
• Winch or rigging experience is a significant advantage but not essential

What's on offer:

• £15–£16 per hour depending on experience
• Days: 07:30–15:30 Monday to Friday
• Permanent role with a global business and strong forward order book
• Genuine progression opportunities
• Work on high-profile projects for major international tours and events
• Impressive, well-equipped facility

This is a permanent position with a business at the forefront of live entertainment production. The mechanical systems you build end up on stages around the world.

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