Skilled Mechanical Assembly Fitter

Mechanical Fitters – Fixed-Term Stability | Immediate Start I Multiple Roles available  

Wortley, Leeds | £34,710 per annum (£17.80/hour) 
6 month Fixed-Term Contract | Full-Time, Day Shifts 
Secure Work | Global Engineering Leader | High-Spec Projects 

Monday to Thursday 6am - 2pm and Fridays 6am to 11.30am

“Tired of jumping between short-term roles?” 
If you're a skilled Mechanical Fitter looking for consistency, structure, and the chance to build something that lasts, this is your opportunity. 

We’re urgently recruiting experienced Mechanical Assembly Fitters for a world-renowned engineering business with a proud legacy dating back to the 1930s. Based in Wortley, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that’s still growing—and needs your skills right now. 

About the Business 

Our client is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and installation of cutting-edge machinery used in food and beverage can production. With facilities in the UK, US, and China, and more than 3,000 machines operating worldwide, this business combines heritage, innovation, and excellence. Their equipment powers some of the world’s most recognisable brands—and you can be part of it. 

The Role: 

You’ll be assembling and testing complex, high-precision OEM machinery in a fast-paced and supportive environment. 

Key responsibilities include: 

• Mechanical assembly of machinery and tooling to customer specifications 

• Fault diagnosis, testing, and quality checking 

• Collaborating with engineers and supporting semi-skilled colleagues 

• Maintaining a clean, safe, and audit-ready workspace 

• Assisting apprentices and mentoring new starters 

• Escalating issues and contributing to problem-solving investigations 

What You’ll Get: 

• Salary: £34,710 per annum (£17.80/hour) 

• Contract: Fixed-Term until end of 2025 

• Holiday: 28 days rising to 33 after 12 weeks 

• Hours: Full-time, days (no nights!) 

• Pension: Enrolment after 12 weeks 

• Opportunity: Potential pathway to permanent work  

What We’re Looking For: 

• Apprentice trained or NVQ Level 3 in mechanical engineering (or equivalent) 

• Minimum 2 years’ experience assembling industrial or manufacturing equipment 

• Ability to read engineering drawings and follow SOPs 

• Flexible, safety-first mindset and team player attitude 

• Comfortable mentoring and supporting junior colleagues 

This is more than just another contract—it’s a foot in the door with a world-class employer, and a role you can take real pride in.