Job Description

Company Overview:

We are a leading SME specialising in the design and manufacture of advanced Fire and Safety Systems for the motorsport industry and the MOD. Our innovative solutions ensure the highest levels of safety and performance for our clients, ranging from amateur racers to professional Motorsport teams.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced

Mechanical Fitter

to join our production team. This role is suited to a skilled individual with strong hands-on mechanical experience, capable of working with minimal supervision and contributing to high-quality, safety-critical products. The successful candidate will play a key role in assembly, fitting, testing, and continuous improvement of our manufacturing processes. This is a three month contract but may lead to a permanent position.

Main Job Responsibilities:

Mechanical Assembly & Fitting:

Assemble, fit, and install mechanical components and sub-assemblies in line with engineering drawings, specifications, and company standards.

Use of Tools & Equipment:

Safely operate hand tools, power tools, jigs, fixtures, and production machinery required for fitting and assembly tasks.

Quality Control & Inspection:

Inspect components and finished assemblies to ensure they meet strict quality and safety requirements; identify and rectify faults where possible and escalate issues when required.

Fault Finding & Rework:

Diagnose assembly or mechanical issues and carry out corrective actions to ensure products meet functional and performance standards.

Material Handling & Stock Awareness:

Handle components and materials responsibly, ensuring correct parts are used and reporting any shortages or discrepancies.

Health & Safety Compliance:

Work in full compliance with health and safety regulations, particularly in a safety-critical manufacturing environment.

Equipment Care & Basic Maintenance:

Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas to a high standard; assist with routine maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Team Collaboration:

Work closely with engineers, production staff, and quality personnel to meet production targets, deadlines, and customer requirements.

About You:

Experience:

Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter or in a similar skilled manufacturing or assembly role. Experience in motorsport, automotive, aerospace, defence, or safety-critical industries is highly desirable.

Technical Skills:

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills High level of precision and attention to detail

Qualifications:

Relevant health & safety training advantageous

Working Requirements:

Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks Physically capable of manual handling and standing for extended periods Flexibility to work overtime, or weekends when required

Personal Attributes:

Highly organised with a meticulous attention to detail Proactive, reliable, and results-driven Strong work ethic with a commitment to quality and safety Able to work calmly under pressure and meet deadlines Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and accountability

Benefits:

Competitive salary Employer pension contributions. Early finish on Friday. Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing manufacturing environment.

Additional information:

Candidates should be eligible to work in the UK and have the ability to

commute or relocate close

to Coventry, CV4.

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: 13.72 per hour

Expected hours: 39 per week

Benefits:

Company pension
Application question(s):

Which automotive or military sectors have you worked in?
Experience:

product assembly: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Mechanical Fitter
Expected start date: 02/02/2026