Mechanical Fitter- Doncaster
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Location
Doncaster
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Sector:
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Job type:
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Salary:
£33557 per annum
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Contact:
Joshua Atkinson
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Contact email:
Joshua.Atkinson@txmrecruit.co.uk
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Contact phone:
01332974922
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Job ref:
BH-36937
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Published:
about 1 month ago
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Expiry date:
2024-12-07
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Startdate:
2024-11-18
Location: Doncaster
Role Overview: As a Mechanical Fitter, you’ll perform heavy fitting and overhaul work, meeting critical customer deadlines within a structured, safety-first environment. You’ll work on a two-shift rota (mornings and afternoons), receiving a competitive shift allowance.
Key Responsibilities
- Follow health, safety, and environmental procedures to ensure a safe workspace.
- Maintain an organized, clean work area following 5S principles.
- Perform tasks meticulously using route cards, SOPs, and work instructions.
- Conduct manual handling in a safe, trained manner.
- Actively engage in training opportunities to expand skill sets.
- Wear appropriate PPE at all times and support a cooperative work atmosphere.
Qualifications & Experience
- Preferred: Apprentice-trained engineer (mechanical discipline) or Minimum: Level 2 engineering qualification with a solid engineering background.
- Experience in heavy engineering, ideally in rail (HGV, Bus, Aerospace, or Motor Mechanics backgrounds also welcome).
- Basic computer skills, strong literacy/numeracy skills, and familiarity with work instructions.
- Physical capability for tasks involving manual handling, crawling, and working with machinery.
Salary & Benefits
- Starting Salary: £29,829 + 12.5% Shift Allowance (training period of approx. 3 months)
- Post-Training Salary: £32,002 + 12.5% Shift Allowance
- Shifts:
- Morning: 6:00 am - 2:15 pm (Fridays 6:00 am - 12:00 pm)
- Afternoon: 2:15 pm - 10:30 pm (Fridays 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm)
- Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
- 5% pension contribution (employer/employee)
- Death in Service cover (via UNUM)