• Job Reference: 50796
  • Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
  • Discipline: Maintenance & Trades
  • Location: Consett
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Skills: Mechanical Fitter

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter

Location: Consett, County Durham

Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 (dependent on experience)

Benefits:

  • 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Company pension scheme
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Career progression opportunities
  • On-site parking

The Company:
Our client is a leading specialist in high-performance coatings used across a range of precision engineering industries. With a strong reputation for quality and innovation, they invest heavily in their people, technology, and equipment. This is a great opportunity to join a growing company that values hands-on skill, initiative, and a collaborative team spirit.

Working Hours:
Day Shift – Monday to Friday (Standard day hours)

Job Description:
We are looking for a proactive and experienced Mechanical Fitter to join the engineering team. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys mechanical fault finding, maintenance, and installations in a technical environment.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Mechanical fault finding and troubleshooting
  • Installation and maintenance of production equipment
  • Working with pumps, valves, piping, and machinery
  • Carrying out routine and preventative maintenance
  • Supporting project-based installations and upgrades
  • Ensuring compliance with health and safety standards

Skills & Experience:

  • Proven experience in a mechanical fitting or maintenance role
  • Strong hands-on mechanical skills
  • Experience working with pumps, valves, compressors, and general mechanical systems
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team

Why Should You Apply?

  • Competitive salary and great benefits package
  • Monday to Friday day shift – no nights or weekends
  • Secure, stable role with long-term career prospects
  • Opportunity to work with high-tech, specialised equipment
  • Join a supportive and professional engineering team

 

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