Full time

Mechanical Fitter

Pertemps Redditch Industrial

Alcester, Dorset, SP7 0PT

£34000 - £35000 per annum

Posted: 23 July 2026 (Today)

Closing date: 22 August 2026

Ref: 60483136

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About the Role

A Mechanical Fitter is required in Alcester for a manufacturer of bespoke special purpose machinery. This full-time position offers a salary between £34,000 and £35,000 per annum. The role involves assembling and testing intricate machinery from design drawings. Daily duties include building structures and sub-assemblies, installing hydraulic and pneumatic circuits, and diagnosing mechanical faults during testing. Precision measuring instruments are used to ensure accuracy, and collaboration with design engineers is expected to resolve assembly issues. Adherence to Health & Safety and quality standards is essential. This position suits a skilled professional with strong technical abilities and a methodical approach.

The company are a manufacturer of special purpose machinery and due to continued success, require a Mechanical Fitter to join their team in the Alcester area.
Role Purpose: Assemble and test bespoke machinery from design drawings to meet client specifications
Salary - £34000 - £35000 per annum
Key Responsibilities;

Build machine structures, sub-assemblies, and final products using hand and power tools, ensuring precise fits for bearings, gears, and shafts.
Install hydraulic and pneumatic circuits, valves, and actuators according to schematics.
Diagnose and rectify mechanical faults during assembly and testing, collaborating with design engineers to implement solutions.
Use precision measuring instruments (micrometers, verniers) to ensure accuracy.
Adhere strictly to Health & Safety and quality standards (ISO).

Required Skills & Experience:

Strong experience of mechanical fitting / machine building.
Strong experience in special purpose machinery and automation.
Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and layouts.
Proficiency in fitting and using workshop equipment.

Key Attributes: Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or within a team.
The role is Days - Monday to Friday within an early finish on Friday.
The company offer a clean, modern and friendly working environment, staff social events, on site parking.
The role is being advertised on behalf of Pertemps who operate as a recruitment agent.

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