Mechanical Fitter

This is a hands-on position where you'll be at the sharp end of mechanical fitting—whether that's welding and fabrication on-site, fault-finding on large-scale machinery, or installing and aligning bespoke plant modules.

Why Join Us?

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  Career growth & training - we invest in people, with structured progression, multi-skilling opportunities, and ongoing training.

  
  


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  Family-run culture - supportive team values, long-term stability, and a sense of pride in delivering industry-leading service.

  
  


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  Diverse work - one day you could be installing a batching plant, the next fault-finding on quarry screening equipment.

  
  


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  Security & benefits - competitive salary, enhanced overtime, pension, and holiday schemes, plus access to employee support programmes.

  
  

Key Responsibilities

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  Carry out installation, breakdown, and defect repairs on heavy plant and quarry equipment.

  
  


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  Support mechanical fitting and assembly for new builds, refurbishments, and site modifications.

  
  


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  Perform plant inspections, planned maintenance, and safety checks in line with company and industry standards.

  
  


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  Fault find, diagnose, and resolve issues efficiently to reduce downtime.

  
  


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  Carry out welding, burning, cutting, and grinding when required.

  
  


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  Work flexibly across multiple sites, supporting installation teams and site operations.

  
  


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  Ensure all duties are completed in line with health & safety policies and environmental standards.

  
  

What We're Looking For

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  Proven experience in mechanical fitting/maintenance of heavy earthmoving machinery, crushers, screening plants, and batching systems.

  
  


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  Familiarity with plant from manufacturers such as Caterpillar, Volvo, Komatsu, and similar is advantageous.

  
  


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  Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings.

  
  


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  Skilled in welding and metalwork (MIG/TIG/Arc desirable).

  
  


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  Problem-solving mindset with the ability to deliver timely, cost-effective solutions.

  
  


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  Flexibility to adapt to site demands and work occasional extended hours.

  
  


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  Team player with strong communication skills and a safety-first approach.

  
  

What You'll Get in Return

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  Competitive base salary with enhanced overtime rates.

  
  


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  30 days annual leave, plus holiday purchase scheme.

  
  


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  Company pension and employee discounts.

  
  


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  Structured career development and internal progression opportunities.

  
  


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  Long-term stability in a growing, family-oriented company with over 70 years' expertise in industrial engineering and quarry equipment.