Mechanical / Electrical Fitter
Mechanical / Electrical Fitter
Leeds
Negotiable
Permanent
A well-established, family-owned engineering business in Leeds is seeking an experienced Mechanical/Electrical Fitter to join its Operations team. The organisation is a leading manufacturer and supplier of electrical power distribution equipment, known for developing innovative, energy-efficient solutions that support global efforts to reduce energy wastage.
The Role
- Carry out fitting and assembly work on a range of distribution and power transformers.
- Review assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and parts lists to prepare and organise parts, subassemblies, tools and materials.
- Assemble components by verifying correct fit, fastening parts and completing subassemblies as required.
- Maintain high standards of workmanship and product quality, ensuring products are manufactured and delivered on time and in full to customer requirements.
- Complete all paperwork associated with the works order accurately and efficiently.
- Perform general housekeeping duties within the work area and promptly report any problems, shortages or equipment issues.
- Use general workshop machinery and hand tools relevant to the fitting role.
- Conduct quality inspections on work produced by colleagues.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
- Practical experience in a mechanical or electrical engineering environment is essential.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical and schematic drawings.
- Mechanical or electrical qualification desirable.
- Ideally apprentice trained.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience working collaboratively with other operations personnel.
- Ideally experienced within a continuous improvement environment.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
Salary and Benefits
- Competitive/negotiable salary
- 25 days’ holiday per year plus 8 bank holidays
- Company profit share scheme
- Two paid breaks
- Nine-day fortnight
- Healthcare cash plan
- Excellent canteen facilities with tea, coffee and milk provided
- EV salary sacrifice scheme
- Pension scheme
working hours for the fitter roles will average 37.5 hours per week, worked as follows:
- Week 1: 7:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., Monday to Thursday
- Week 2: 7:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., Monday to Thursday, and 7:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. on Friday
