Mechanical Fitter Contractor

Company: Wolviston Management Services
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Location: Scunthorpe
Job Description:

Wolviston Management Services are delighted to be supporting a well-established industrial manufacturing business based at Scunthorpe with the recruitment of an experienced Mechanical Fitter.

This is a key, hands-on role within a demanding production environment, varied mechanical work and the opportunity to be part of a skilled engineering team supporting critical plant and equipment.   The Role As a Mechanical Fitter, you will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, overhaul and repair of a wide range of mechanical plant and machinery. Working in a safety-critical environment, you will play a vital role in ensuring equipment reliability, minimising downtime and supporting continuous production. This role would suit a time-served mechanical fitter with experience in heavy industry who takes pride in high standards of workmanship and safe working practices.   Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out planned and reactive mechanical maintenance across heavy industrial plant
  • Strip, inspect, overhaul and reassemble mechanical equipment including pumps, gearboxes, motors, conveyors and rotating machinery
  • Perform mechanical installations, alignments and repairs to site standards
  • Diagnose mechanical faults and implement effective corrective actions
  • Work from engineering drawings, manuals and specifications
  • Support shutdowns, breakdowns and improvement projects as required
  • Ensure all work is completed in line with health, safety and environmental procedures
  • Accurately complete maintenance documentation and reports
  • Work collaboratively with electrical, operations and engineering teams

What We’re Looking For

  • Time-served Mechanical Fitter with a recognised apprenticeship
  • NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering
  • Proven experience within heavy industrial, manufacturing or process environments
  • Strong knowledge of rotating equipment, hydraulics and mechanical systems
  • Ability to fault-find and work independently under pressure
  • A proactive, safety-focused mindset with attention to detail
  • Experience of permits to work and safe systems of work (advantageous)

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
  • Structured working environment with strong safety culture
  • Opportunity to work on complex, heavy industrial equipment
  • Supportive engineering team and ongoing development

Posted: July 29th, 2026