Skilled Mechanical Fitter

Pertemps technical are recruiting for Skilled Mechanical Fitters on behalf of an industry-leading manufacturer of advanced packaging machinery.

About the Role: You’ll be assembling and fitting precision machinery from detailed technical drawings, ensuring high build quality and attention to detail throughout the process. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone experienced in special-purpose machinery builds.

Location: Bristol, UK - BS14
Full-Time | Day Shifts 
Mon-Fri 08:00-16:00
Ongoing position
Start Date: ASAP
£18-£20 P/H DOE


✅ Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble and fit bespoke packaging machinery
• Work from mechanical engineering drawings
• Perform precision fitting, alignment, and testing
• Collaborate with engineers to resolve build issues
• Maintain quality and health & safety standards
• Measurement and allignment techniques
• Workshop mechanical assembly
• Build, test and commissioning of packaging machinery
• Building sub-assemblies
• Pneumatic installation
• Set up and running of customer products prior to on-site commissioning

🔍 What We’re Looking For:

• Mechanical fitting or machine build experience (special-purpose equipment preferred)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Reliable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
• Relevant mechanical qualifications or apprenticeship (preferred)

If you are interested in this role, please apply online or for further information contact Pertemps Bristol Technical team and speak to James Guyatt or Abigail Attwood