Mechanical Fitter Wakefield | £17.20 per hour | Permanent | Days A precision engineering business in Wakefield is looking to recruit experienced Mechanical Fitters on a permanent basis. The role involves the build and installation of bespoke machinery, working to high quality and safety standards, with occasional installation work carried out at customer sites. This would suit someone with a strong mechanical assembly background who is comfortable working from drawings and supporting machinery installation through to handover. What you’ll be doing * Assembling special purpose machinery from detailed engineering drawings * Fitting and installing equipment in the workshop and at customer sites when required * Using hand tools, lifting equipment and standard workshop machinery * Completing risk assessments and working in line with HSE requirements * Working directly with customer technical teams during installation phases * Contributing ideas to improve build processes and methods What you’ll need * HNC in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent practical experience * Proven background in mechanical assembly or machinery build * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings confidently * Good understanding of machine safety and safe systems of work * Strong communication skills and confidence in customer‑facing environments * Flexibility to travel for site installations when required * Experience with basic electrical or pneumatic systems would be an advantage, but not essential. What’s on offer * £17.20 per hour starting rate * Days: 08:00-16:30 Monday to Thursday / 08:00-15:15 Friday * Bonus scheme and company pension * Ongoing training and development * Enhanced family leave and wellbeing support This is a permanent opportunity with a well‑regarded precision engineering business, offering varied work on one‑off and low‑volume bespoke machinery within a stable and skilled team. Data Protection Notice: By applying for this position, you consent to Recruit Engineering processing and storing your personal data, including your CV, contact details, and any other relevant information, for the purpose of providing work-finding services. This consent includes forwarding your details to our clients and storing your information on our recruitment software database. Your consent will last for two years, and you can withdraw it at any time by contacting us in writing or via email