Mechanical Fitter
Handy with tools and looking for a job that goes somewhere? This mechanical fitter role comes with proper in-house training and a clear route for progression.
About the company:
Flexi Narrow Aisle Ltd are the makers of the Flexi forklift, being market leaders of articulated fork trucks. Operating from their site in Great Bridge, Tipton are known worldwide . New chassis and masts arrive from their manufacturing partners, the team then build the units to order that make each order unique, from CCTV systems to keyless start. Several long-serving fitters have worked their way up from the shop floor into senior roles.
The Role
As a Mechanical Fitter, you'll assemble and fit out forklift trucks across new and used equipment lines, from mechanical assembly to hydraulic connections and add-on extras, working to job sheets that guide you through every build.
Key Responsibilities:
You'll:
- Assemble mechanical components and fit add-ons to new and used forklift trucks
- Connect hydraulic pipework to the correct outputs on each build
- Fit extras such as CCTV systems, laser height select and keyless start kits
- Carry out in-line inspections and flag anything that doesn't look right
- Take the completed build through a series of test procedures prior to PDI
- Work towards sign-off in each training area as your skills build
What you'll bring:
Essential:
- A mechanical background, for example automotive, plant, agricultural machinery or a similar hands-on trade
- Confidence using hand, air and electrical tools
- The ability to look at a mechanical problem, take it apart and put it back together
Useful, not essential:
- Experience with hydraulics
- A basic understanding of electrics or circuit diagrams
- A forklift truck licence
Benefits and Culture
Hourly Rate: £13.00 per hour rising to £14.28 after probation
Financial: Performance-related bonus, plus a pay increase on successful completion of your probation
Development: In-house training with sign-off progression, a genuine route to becoming multi-skilled and increasing your rate
Wellbeing: Free hot drinks and free on-site parking
Working Arrangements:
Location: Great Bridge, Tipton | On-site
Contract: Permanent – pay rises after 3 month probation
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 07:30–16:30 | Friday, 07:30–12:30
How to Apply:
Click apply to send over your CV. If your background isn't a perfect match on paper but you've got the right mechanical mindset, apply anyway.
