Mechanical Fitter

Brackley
3 days ago
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Mechanical Fitter
Brackley, Northamptonshire
£32,240 - £40,000 depending on experience
️ Own tools required

Are you a hands-on Mechanical Fitter/Fabricator who thrives on solving problems and wants to be part of a team where your ideas matter? If you're mechanically minded, take pride in your work, and enjoy variety – this one’s for you.

The Role:

You’ll be working in a well-equipped workshop handling both reactive and planned maintenance on skips (containers) and HGV trailers. The role involves everything from diagnostics and inspections to welding and light fabrication.

Workshop Layout:

Bay 1: Project work – time-consuming and complex jobs

Bay 2: Breakdowns and cosmetic repairs – fast turnaround tasks

Your Day-to-Day:

Welding, painting, and replacing sheeting systems on skips

Diagnosing and fixing faults on HGV trailers

Running six-weekly inspections and "running repairs"

Working on gearboxes, hydraulics, batteries, oil systems & solar panels

You’ll be supported with HGV Shunter training and access to a structured training curriculum. The team values proactive problem-solvers who take ownership of their craft.

✅ What We're Looking For:

Strong mechanical skills and workshop experience

Good knowledge of gearboxes, hydraulics, or similar systems

A team player who takes pride in their work

Someone who doesn’t accept “I don’t know” as an answer

Your own tools (some equipment provided)

The Offer:

Salary: £32,240 – £40,000 (based on skills and qualifications)

Hours: Typically 6am–6pm or 7am–7pm, with flexibility

Shifts: Mix of Mon–Fri and 4-on-4-off patterns

Benefits: 23 days holiday (plus bank holidays to be booked), Medicash healthcare, cycle to work scheme

Training: Practical interview to assess your skills – perform well and you could earn more

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