Mechanical Fitter

  • Permanent
  • Blackburn, Lancashire
  • Posted: 19th April 2026
  • Salary: £14.00 - £15 per hour
  • Duration:
  • Reference: BBBH17042
  • Industry:
  • Location: Blackburn, Lancashire
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Skills:

This is a Monday to Friday position, working 39 standard hours per week, with an early finish on Fridays. Overtime is available and paid at an enhanced rate following the successful completion of the probation period. The Mechanical Fitter role offers 22 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays. This is a permanent position subject to successful completion of the probation period..

The Mechanical Fitter role is based in central Blackburn and is easily accessible from the M65 and M6 motorways. It is commutable from surrounding areas, including Burnley, Preston, Bolton, Clitheroe, and Darwen.

Offering a positive and supportive work environment for a Mechanical Fitter, taking pride in quality workmanship, with ongoing training, clear career progression, and strong workplace support.

The duties of the Mechanical Fitter role:

  • Mechanical fitting and assembly of components to commercial vehicles
  • Installation of parts such as brackets, frames, mechanical systems, and ancillaries
  • Working from engineering drawings, build sheets, and job instructions
  • Using hand and power tools safely and accurately
  • Supporting vehicle build and modification work to specification
  • Carrying out quality checks to ensure builds meet required standards
  • Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment
  • Working collaboratively with fitters, welders, and auto electricians

You would be suitable for the role if you have an mechanical assembly or fitting background or have relevant qualifications within the field.

The benefits of the Mechanical Fitter role:

  • Permanent opportunity after a successful probation period
  • Sociable working hours
  • Overtime paid at 1.5x after successful probation
  • Starting salary of £14 an hour
  • Early finish on a Friday
  • Long-term career growth and opportunities

If you are interested or have further questions about the Mechanical Fitter role, please contact Maisie at E3 Recruitment.

 
 

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