Mechanical Fitter - Rochdale (England)

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:42:00 GMT

Mechanical Fitter

Permanent Role
Rochdale
Salary: £20.71/hr (early shift) to £22.43/hr (late shift)
OTE: Up to £50,000 (including overtime and shift premiums)

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and forward-thinking engineering company in Rochdale, known for excellence in machinery design and manufacture.

Due to continued expansion, they are seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters to join their team on a permanent basis in 2026.

Mechanical Fitter Working Hours & Shifts (Monday–Friday, rotating)

Shift A:
Mon–Thu 06:00–15:45, Fri 10:00–15:00 (20% premium)

Shift B (Option 1):
Mon–Thu 15:30–01:15 (30% premium)

Shift B (Option 2):
Mon–Thu 15:30–00:00, Fri 10:00–15:00 (30% premium)

Minimum of 6 hours overtime per week is required to meet business needs.

Mechanical Fitter Key Responsibilities

Assemble complex machinery to specification and within defined build times

Modify and fabricate components as required

Service and repair mechanical systems and heavy plant equipment

Provide occasional on-site support at customer locations

Meet production targets while maintaining quality standards

Mentor junior staff and apprentices

Complete documentation including Test Certificates and Packing Sheets

Mechanical Fitter Requirements

Proven experience in mechanical fitting

Ability to read and work from technical drawings

Skilled in drilling, tapping, and basic machining

Strong focus on quality, safety, and attention to detail

Excellent reliability and timekeeping

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Strong Health & Safety awareness

Mechanical Fitter Qualifications

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering

Time-served Mechanical Fitter preferred

HNC qualification advantageous

Benefits

Base salary: £40,384 per annum

Overtime rates:

Weekdays: 1.33x

Over 10 hours/week: 1.5x

Saturday: 1.5x

Sunday: 2x

37-hour working week

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Pension with company match up to 5.5%

Life assurance of 3x annual salary

Health surveillance and optician support

Full PPE and workwear provided

Apply Now for this Mechanical Fitter role.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading engineering firm that values innovation and operational excellence.

If you are a skilled Mechanical Fitter seeking stability, competitive pay, and long-term career growth, we encourage you to apply.