Mechanical Fitter in Dewsbury, Kirklees

Mechanical Fitter

The Opportunity

We’re working with an established engineering business that is expanding its site team and looking to appoint an experienced Mechanical Fitter on a permanent basis.

You’ll join an experienced team delivering engineering projects for clients across the UK.

This is a hands-on role involving the installation, maintenance, testing and commissioning of mechanical and ventilation systems.

Please note: The role involves flexibility regarding working location, with regular UK-wide site work required.

The Role

As a Mechanical Fitter, you'll be involved in the installation, maintenance and commissioning of mechanical systems, working as part of a wider project team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Dismantling and reassembling mechanical assemblies, primarily PVC/GRP ductwork and fans.
• Carrying out pre-commissioning testing and commissioning of installed ventilation systems.
• Inspecting existing systems, identifying faults and producing short technical reports.
• Carrying out preventative maintenance on plant and equipment.
• Working alongside the project team to help plan and schedule upcoming works.
• Supporting other engineering disciplines when required.
• Using hand tools, machinery and specialist equipment safely and correctly.
• Ensuring tools and equipment are maintained to a safe and high standard.
• Working in line with company quality, environmental and health & safety procedures.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone with a practical mechanical background who is comfortable working on-site and can take ownership of their work.

You'll ideally have:

• A CSCS Card.
• Demonstrable experience in ductwork installation.
• Experience working with mechanical assemblies, ventilation systems or similar equipment.
• The ability to read and interpret schematics and maintenance drawings.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to plan and organise work, particularly when removing and reinstalling components within existing systems.
• High personal standards around quality, health & safety and environmental compliance.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Water industry experience would be beneficial but is not essential.

The Business

Our client is an established engineering business specialising in industrial and environmental engineering solutions, supporting clients across a range of sectors.

With continued growth and an expanding project portfolio, this is an opportunity to join an established site team and work on varied projects across the UK.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Mechanical Fitter looking for a permanent position with a growing engineering business and are comfortable with UK-wide site work, we'd love to hear from you.