Mechanical Fitter
13 days ago
Rochdale
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. To view more jobs from Bamford Contract Services, Find us on Facebook bamfordcs or follow us on Twitter bamfordcs