Mechanical Fitter - 2796-1

Mechanical Fitter – Defence Manufacturing

We’re working with a leading UK defence manufacturer in Bolton to recruit experienced Mechanical Fitters to support ongoing build and test programmes. This is a hands on mechanical fitting role within a clean, structured manufacturing environment — ideal for fitters who take pride in precision and quality.

What you’ll be doing

• Carrying out mechanical assembly, build and test activities in line with engineering instructions
• Working from drawings, work instructions and manufacturing data packs
• Using a wide range of hand tools, fixtures, gauges and measuring equipment
• Certifying your own work in line with product certification and workmanship standards
• Completing build documentation accurately and on time
• Working as part of a close knit production team to hit build schedules

This role suits fitters who enjoy detailed, repeatable mechanical work, not reactive site maintenance.

What we’re looking for
You must hold one of the following:

• Advanced / Level 3 Electrical, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Apprenticeship

OR

• Level 3 academic qualification (ONC / Diploma or equivalent) AND
• Level 3 vocational qualification (NVQ)

(NVQ not required if a Level 3 apprenticeship standard has been achieved)

• Comfortable working to process, quality and safety standards

Additional desirable experience

• Manual handling, lifting & slinging or overhead crane awareness
• Experience working in regulated environments (defence, aerospace, automotive, rail)
• Manufacturing / Assembly Tools

- Hand fitting tools (spanners, sockets, Allen keys and torque tools)

• Measuring & Inspection Tools

- Vernier calipers and micrometers

• Test & Build Support Equipment

- Mechanical build stations and test rigs

What happens now? 
Upon submission of your application, should it meet our selection criteria, you will be contacted via e-mail by one of our talent acquisition specialists to arrange a screening call. This telephone chat is structured to explore a series of questions aimed at matching your competencies and capabilities to the specific demands of the position. Please note, this screening is contingent upon the initial success of your application.

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship
Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by our clients Security Team.

More about the role:
For more than 70 years, our client has been in a strong partnership with the UK military. They have accomplished numerous milestones in defence engineering and have provided essential defence capabilities to meet the requirements of the armed forces across land, sea, and air.

This job is at our client's site in Bolton facility, one of the North West's leading manufacturing sites for at least 25 years. The facility offers showers and bike racks and is near the motorway, with a petrol station outside. Amenities like an onsite canteen.