Mechanical Fitter


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£35,000 to £40,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Trafford Park, M41 7JA
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	10 Sept 2026
Closing date:	9 Oct 2026

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Summary

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established specialist vehicle manufacturing business for a Mechanical Fitter to join their expanding production team at Trafford Park, Manchester. This is a permanent position offering an excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Fitter to work with a reputable employer known for designing and producing high-quality commercial vehicle bodies, with full training provided where necessary.

The role of Mechanical Fitter offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment with a competitive salary of £35,500 per annum. The position is based on a 44-hour working week with flexible working opportunities, including early finishes on Fridays. Benefits also include access to a wellness programme and Employee Assistance Programmes, featuring WeCare from Canada Life, which provides 24-hour online GP access and second medical opinions.

Benefits of the Mechanical Fitter:

- Competitive salary of £35,500 per annum

- 44-hour working week with flexible working options

- Early finish every Friday

- Company pension scheme

- Birthday leave

- 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

- Employee Assistance Programme with 24-hour GP access and wellbeing support

- Branded workwear provided

- Death in service benefit

- Ongoing training and development opportunities

- Inclusive workplace environment

Duties of the Mechanical Fitter:

- Assemble and fit specialist commercial vehicle bodies in accordance with engineering drawings and work instructions

- Safely operate hand tools, measuring equipment, and workshop machinery

- Install insulated panels on commercial refrigerated vehicle bodies

- Complete electrical terminations, including lighting, switches, and tail lifts

- Seal joints, floors, and roofs using silicone and specialist coatings

- Cut and prepare metal, timber, and plastic components using workshop equipment

- Maintain strict health and safety standards and good housekeeping practices

- Support broader production activities as required

- Ensure all work is completed to high quality standards, efficiently and accurately

Requirements of the Mechanical Fitter:

- Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter or in a similar manufacturing or engineering environment

- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

- Skilled in the safe use of hand tools and workshop machinery

- Strong understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes

- High attention to detail and quality standards

- Good organisational and time management skills

- Reliable transport or ability to commute to Trafford Park, Manchester

Contact Sam Tinkler, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Trafford Park and Manchester, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

Perfect Placement are specialists in Automotive Recruitment. So if you are looking for a New Job in the Motor Trade, be sure to contact our team today.

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