Mechanical Fitter
19 days ago
Bolton
Job Title: Mechanical FitterLocation: Bolton, Bromley CrossSalary: Up to £18.00 per hour + Overtime + Working Away UpliftShift: Days (Field-Based)Benefits: Company Van (Shared), Overtime, Expenses Covered When Working Away, Long-Term ProgressionThe OpportunityA well-established and growing engineering business operating within the utilities sector is looking to strengthen its field team with the addition of an experienced Mechanical Fitter.This is a key hire with a clear succession plan in place, offering the opportunity to step into a senior, hands-on position and play a pivotal role in delivering critical work across UK infrastructure projects.The Role\n\n • Lead a 2-person field team as the Mechanical Fitter on-site\n, • Carry out installation, maintenance and repair work on wastewater treatment facilities\n, • Take ownership of jobs from start to completion, ensuring high standards and efficiency\n, • Work closely with an experienced engineer\n, • Operate across multiple sites, with a strong focus on the utilities / wastewater sector\n, • Occasional working away (typically 3–4 days per week at times, with some longer stints during peak periods)\nRequirements\n\n, • 10+ years’ experience as a Mechanical Fitter or similar\n, • Strong mechanical “hands-on” background\n, • Confident fault-finding and problem-solving ability in the field\n, • Experience with: \n \n, • Lifting & cranage operations\n, • Working at height\n, • Confined spaces\n \n, • Comfortable working in wastewater / utilities environments (majority of work)\n, • Engineering qualification (apprenticeship / NVQ / equivalent) desirable\nWhy Apply?\n\n, • Step into a lead engineer position with real responsibility\n, • Join a stable, long-standing engineering team\n, • Clear pathway into future progression as the business evolves\n, • Consistent workload within a recession-resilient sector\nApply NowIf you are a seasoned Field Service Engineer looking for a step up into a lead role, or already operating at that level and seeking a more secure long-term opportunity, apply today.