Job Description:

Express Recruitment is excited to be working alongside one the UK’s longest established machinery manufacturers, who have been at the forefront of their niche sector for over 100 years!  

Due to continued growth, are client is seeking the addition of a highly experienced Mechanical Fitter, capable of assembling and building bespoke machinery and working independently from build sheets and technical assembly drawings.  

In return, the successful candidate will receive a highly competitive salary of up to £42,000. Other great benefits on offer include 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, early finish on Fridays (1:30pm), annual bonus opportunity, family friendly policies, pension, overtime pay and the opportunity to develop through the ranks of the business.  

Skills & Experience

• HNC/NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering 
• Proven experience in the build and assembly of bespoke, special purpose machinery  
• Capable of working independently from build sheets and technical assembly diagrams  
• Solid working knowledge of welding, fabrication and machining principles  
• Experience working with a wide range of components, including hydraulic and pneumatics systems, bearings, gearboxes, chains, pulleys, conveyor belts, motors etc.  
• Excellent attention to detail  

Roles & Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical products and components in accordance with drawings, specifications and build procedures 
• Use build sheets to ensure times and processes of build are adhered to making notes as required 
• Raise Engineering Change Reports (ECRs) to refine and help improve product and streamline processes 
• Perform modifications in conjunction with the mechanical design team, during build to facilitate the customers’ requirements 
• Ensure complete machine builds are delivered within the project deadlines  
• Adhere to strict Health & Safety standards and company work policies at all times  
• Liaise with the machining team to request modification of precision machine components 

About Express Recruitment

Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates. We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations. Find all of our current vacancies on 👉 (url removed) Not quite found the right role for you yet? Let us do the scrolling for you! Your search for a new role has never been so easy, just fill in our contact form on (url removed) or give us a call on (phone number removed) and we will do the rest for you.

Job Location

Leicester, Leicestershire

Salary

c£42,000 per annum D.O.E 

Job Type and Hours

Full Time, Permanent