UNICAT Technologies
Mechanical Fitter
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Mechanical Fitter
Location: Huddersfield
Salary: £18.27 per hour | Approximately £38,000 per year
Hours: 40 hours per week
Monday - Thursday: 07:30 - 16:30 | Friday: 07:30 - 13:30
Are you a skilled Mechanical Fitter with experience in welding, pipe fitting and fabrication? We are looking for a versatile and experienced Mechanical Fitter to join our Process team in Huddersfield. This is an excellent opportunity for a multi-skilled tradesperson who enjoys varied, hands-on work and takes pride in delivering high-quality engineering solutions.
Working primarily within the combustion and industrial sector, you will be involved in the installation, servicing, repair and manufacture of a wide range of mechanical equipment and systems.
What We Offer
We believe our people are our greatest asset and offer a competitive benefits package, including:
- £18.27 per hour – approximately £38,000 per year
- 40-hour working week with an early finish every Friday
- Free eye test and a free pair of glasses worth up to £50
- Yearly health check
- PAM Assist Employee Wellbeing Programme
- Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme
- Death-in-Service benefit of up to three times your annual salary
- Company pension scheme with contributions matched up to 6%
- Free onsite parking
- Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme - buy up to 5 extra days' holiday
The Role
This is a varied role that combines several skilled engineering disciplines. We are looking for someone who is adaptable, practical and confident working across these complementary trades.
Key Responsibilities
Mechanical Fitting
- Install, service and repair industrial machinery and mechanical equipment
- Work primarily on equipment and systems within the combustion industry
- Read and interpret mechanical drawings and technical specifications
- Align, fit and assemble components using hand tools, power tools and precision measuring equipment
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance and servicing on mechanical systems
- Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs
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Welding
- Carry out MIG, TIG and stick welding to a high standard
- Join metal components in accordance with drawings and specifications
- Interpret welding symbols and technical drawings
- Follow approved welding procedures and quality standards
- Ideally hold, or have experience of, coded welding qualifications
Pipe Fitting
- Install, repair and maintain industrial piping systems
- Read and interpret piping diagrams and isometric drawings
- Calculate measurements and accurately mark materials for cutting
- Thread, bend and fabricate pipework to specification
- Install valves, fittings and associated piping components
- Test pipe systems for leaks and correct operation
- Ideally hold Gas Safe qualifications
Fabrication
- Manufacture metal products and components from raw materials
- Work from engineering drawings and specifications
- Measure and mark materials accurately for cutting and assembly
- Fabricate structures and components to precise tolerances
- Carry out quality checks to ensure finished work meets the required standards
About You
We are looking for a skilled and motivated engineer with a strong practical background and the ability to work across multiple engineering disciplines.
Ideally, you will have:
- Completed an apprenticeship or equivalent experience in Mechanical Fitting, Welding, Pipe Fitting or Fabrication
- A minimum of 3–5 years' experience within an industrial or commercial environment
- Experience across more than one trade discipline
- The ability to confidently read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Strong mathematical and spatial reasoning skills
- Excellent problem-solving and fault-finding abilities
- A good understanding of relevant engineering and safety standards
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- The ability to work independently and manage your workload with minimal supervision
- A positive attitude and commitment to delivering high-quality work
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Essential and Preferred Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have relevant trade qualifications and certifications, including:
- Relevant trade certification or recognised qualification
- Current welding qualifications where applicable – coded welding experience is highly desirable
- Gas Safe qualification is desirable
- Full, valid driving licence
The following would also be advantageous:
- Forklift certification
- First Aid certification
- Additional trade qualifications or cross-training across mechanical fitting, welding, fabrication or pipe fitting
Working Environment
This is a hands-on role within an industrial and manufacturing environment. Depending on project requirements, the role may involve:
- Working in industrial and manufacturing environments
- Exposure to noise, heat and varying weather conditions
- Working at different customer or project sites
- Occasional travel and working away from home
- Overtime when required to support project delivery
- Working in confined spaces where necessary
Join Our Team
If you are a skilled Mechanical Fitter looking for a varied and rewarding role where you can use your experience across mechanical fitting, welding, pipe fitting and fabrication, we would love to hear from you.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team, work on interesting industrial projects and benefit from a competitive salary and excellent benefits package.
Apply now to take the next step in your engineering career.
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