Mechanical Fitter

ATA Recruitment; Wigan; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Mechanical Fitter
Rate: £22-£25 p/h DOE (Outside IR35)
Location: Wigan
Initial 3-Month Rolling Contract

Monday-Friday (Days)

Our client is a well-established and respected name in bespoke material handling solutions, as they continue to expand across sectors like automotive and aerospace. This is a long-term opportunity on a variety of exciting installation projects.

Role Overview:
You'll be involved in both workshop assembly and onsite installation of complex systems including conveyor lines, vacuum lifters, overhead cranes, and gantries.

Day-to-Day Duties Include:

1. Mechanical fitting & assembly in the workshop
2. On-site mechanical installations across the UK
3. Mix of workshop (50%) and site work (50%)
4. Working on conveyors, overhead cranes, and manual handling equipment

What We're Looking For:

1. Time-served mechanical fitter or similar background
2. Experience with conveyors, overhead cranes, and manual handling equipment
3. Comfortable working across various locations and staying away when needed
4. A proactive team player with good attention to detail
5. Flexible to travel to site
6. Manufacturing background preferred

Shift Details:

1. Standard Workshop hours: Mon-Fri, 7:30am-4pm (39 hrs/week)
2. Accommodation and travel paid for when working away
3. Weekend work available depending on the project
4. Long-term contract potential - lots of ongoing work
5. Diverse project exposure across sectors

I am looking to speak to talented Mechanical Fitters who are looking for a rewarding and challenging technical position. For more information on this, please contact Sam Martlew - Recruitment Specialist at ATA Recruitment.

ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation, and General Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis. For more opportunities like this one, visit our website.

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