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Mechanical Fitter / Assembler

Questech Recruitment Ltd
Barnsley · posted 14 August 2026
Salary
£16 – £18 an hour
Job type
full time
Location
Barnsley, South Yorkshire
Category
Engineering
Our client is a well-established and successful manufacturer, they are looking for a skilled Mechanical Assembler / Mechanical Assembly Operative / Mechanical Fitter to assemble their manufactured machinery to a high quality standard. NOTE: You will also require some Electrical Assembly experience, but mostly Mechanical. Salary: £16.00 - £18.00 per hour + Overtime Hours of work: 40 hours a week, normal day hours, Monday to Friday PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU MEET THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA: * At least 3 years’ experience as a Mechanical Fitter / Mechanical Engineer / Assembly Operative, preferably in an Engineering background * Advanced NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant Engineering subject, or Apprentice trained * Experience of assembling, fitting, or installing Manufacturing Machines / Special Purpose Machinery building experience will be favoured, however other industries building bespoke equipment may also be considered Responsibilities: * The mechanical assembly of a wide variety of machinery parts * Read and interpret mechanical assembly diagrams, engineering drawings, bills of material and specifications * Confirm quality checks have been completed * Providing training, guidance, and support to apprentices and other members of the assembly team to increase their skills and knowledge base * Support the integration of new product lines being adopted This job would suit someone with previous experience in a similar role, such as; Mechanical Assembler / Assembly Operative / Assembly Operator / Assembly Technician / Mechanical Installer
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