Mechanical Fitter

Reference: 0303_1782986412

Mechanical Fitter

Bristol, BS31

Proactive are urgently recruiting for a Mechanical Fitter to join our client, a well-established engineering company based out in Bristol. This role would suit someone with a background in mechanical fitting, machine building, precision assembly, or industrial machinery manufacturing.

Role Details :

Location: Bristol (BS31)

Pay rate:

  • PAYE Permanent Contract:
    • £16.50 per hour
    • Overtime available
    • 37 hours per week
    • Flexible working hours
  • Umbrella Contract:
    • £20.00-£25.00 per hour (via Umbrella company)

Normal Working hours: 37hrs / week (Flexible working hours)

Key Responsibilities

  • Bench fitting and mechanical assembly
  • Building mechanical sub-assemblies
  • Setting up and aligning machine frames
  • Setting up and aligning tooling to specified tolerances
  • Functional testing and fault finding
  • Using conventional machine tools (lathes, milling machines, grinders, etc.) and hand tools
  • Identifying opportunities to improve quality and reduce costs
  • Supporting customer site visits for machine commissioning, testing, and fault resolution
  • Working closely with other departments to achieve business objectives
  • Following company procedures and health & safety requirements

Skills & Experience Likely Required

  • Experience as a Mechanical Fitter or Machine Builder
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
  • Experience with precision alignment and assembly
  • Fault-finding and mechanical testing experience
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Willingness to travel occasionally for machine commissioning

How to Apply:

For more information on the role, or any discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Namandeep Kaur on 01784919410 or [email protected] .

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Technical Recruitment is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

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Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£16.00 - £16.50
Per hour
GBP16 - GBP16.50 per hour

Bristol

Contract

Added 02/07/2026
Reference: 0303_1782986412

Mechanical Fitter

Bristol
Contract

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