Service Fitter / Engineer

We’re currently looking to recruit a Service Fitter to join a well‑established heavy engineering manufacturer based in Huddersfield (HD4). This role is workshop‑based with regular onsite work when required — all travel to customer sites is completed in company vehicles and paid from door.

The business is a global engineering organisation specialising in high‑integrity gear systems, industrial drive solutions, and complex rotating machinery. 

What we’re looking for

• Experienced gearbox fitters, OR

• Skilled mechanical fitters with strong experience working on rotating parts, assemblies, shafts, bearings, couplings or similar precision components.

Key Responsibilities

• Stripping, inspecting and rebuilding industrial gearboxes and rotating equipment

• Mechanical fitting, assembly and alignment of shafts, bearings, seals and associated components

• Fault‑finding, diagnosing wear, damage or failure modes

• Completing detailed service reports, measurements and documentation

• Working to tight tolerances and engineering drawings

• Supporting onsite service work including breakdowns, installations and commissioning

• Ensuring all work meets safety, quality and customer standards

• Collaborating with engineering, machining and service teams to deliver high‑quality repairs

Qualifications & Experience

• Apprenticeship‑trained (Mechanical)

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering / Maintenance

• Strong background in fitting, assembly or rotating machinery

• Ability to read engineering drawings and work to precise tolerances

• Full UK driving licence (for onsite work)

What’s on offer

• £20.47 per hour basic

• 37.5 hours per week

• Overtime enhancements available

• Company vehicle provided for all onsite work

• Door‑to‑door travel paid

• Long‑term stability within a respected engineering manufacturer

If this role is of interest to you, please apply online or contact Ashleigh direct on (phone number removed).