Contract Gearbox Fitters Needed Across the UK

CV-LibraryManchester, Greater ManchesterpermanentPosted: 13 May 2026
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Contract Gearbox Fitters Needed Across the UK

Experienced Mechanical Fitters wanted for high-paying contract roles specialising in gearbox repair, overhaul, and rotating equipment maintenance.

What You’ll Be Doing

* Strip, inspect, repair, and rebuild industrial gearboxes

* Diagnose faults in motors, pumps, and rotating machinery

* Work from engineering drawings and tight tolerances

* Carry out precision assembly and overhaul work

* Support maintenance and breakdown operations on industrial and plant equipment

Current Opportunities

* Huddersfield – Heavy gearbox assembly & overhaul

* Scunthorpe – Specialist gearbox repair roles

* St Helens – Mobile plant fitter positions with overtime

* Warrington - Service and workshop roles

* Additional contracts available across the UK

Pay & Benefits

* Competitive rates from £22 to £30 per hour (limited)

* Overtime available (up to 1.5x rates)

* Company van on selected roles

* Door-to-door pay available on some contracts

* Long-term opportunities for experienced fitters

Ideal Candidates Will Have

* Mechanical fitting or gearbox overhaul experience

* Knowledge of industrial, agricultural, or plant machinery

* Ability to read technical drawings

* Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills

* Experience with pumps, motors, and rotating equipment

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Immediate starts available for skilled fitters ready to join growing engineering teams across the UK.
Contract opportunities available now — rates dependent on experience and skill level

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