Vehicle Fitter

  • Permanent
  • Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire
  • Posted: 28th April 2026
  • Salary: £30000.00 - £34000.00 per annum
  • Duration:
  • Reference: BBBH17018
  • Industry:
  • Location: Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Skills:

Looking for a hands-on role where no two days are the same? Join a thriving engineering environment where your mechanical skills will be valued, overtime is readily available, and you’ll work on specialist vehicle builds in a modern workshop setting. This is an excellent opportunity to join a secure and growing business with a strong pipeline of long-term work and investment in both people and facilities.


Key Details

  • Job Title: Vehicle Fitter
  • Location: Heckmondwike
  • Salary: Circa £15.00 per hour + Overtime (OTE available)
  • Hours: Monday to Friday, Days, 40 hours per week
  • Contract Type: Permanent

The Opportunity

An established engineering and manufacturing business within the automotive and specialist vehicle sector is continuing to grow due to ongoing demand and a strong order book. Significant investment has been made into a modern production facility, offering excellent working conditions and high-quality equipment.

Due to continued expansion, an experienced Vehicle Fitter is now required to join a skilled and supportive team.


The Role – Vehicle Fitter

As a Vehicle Fitter, you will play a key role in assembling and installing a range of mechanical systems onto specialist commercial and transport-related vehicles.

Key Responsibilities

  • Installing and fitting hydraulic, pneumatic, compressor, and mechanical systems
  • Carrying out mechanical assembly and vehicle fitting tasks to a high standard
  • Working on specialist vehicles within a workshop environment
  • Following technical drawings and specifications where required
  • Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards

About You

This role would suit candidates with previous experience in a fitting, mechanical, or vehicle engineering background.

You may have worked as a:

  • Plant Fitter
  • Hydraulic Engineer
  • Compressor Engineer
  • Mechanical Engineer
  • Forklift Truck Engineer
  • Vehicle Technician
  • Light Vehicle Technician
  • Mechanical Fitter
  • Or within a similar hands-on mechanical or automotive role

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate of circa £15.00 per hour (depending on experience)
  • Overtime available paid at enhanced rates – increasing earning potential
  • Monday to Friday day shifts for a great work-life balance
  • Modern workshop with excellent facilities and equipment
  • Free onsite parking
  • Permanent role with a stable and growing employer
  • Opportunity to join a business with long-term work and future progression potential

If you are an experienced Vehicle Fitter, Mechanical Engineer, or hands-on technician looking for a secure role with excellent earning potential, we would love to hear from you.

Contact Sophie Ranson at E3 Recruitment for more information.

 
 

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