Mechanical Assembly Hydraulics Fitter
CV-LibrarySouth EastpermanentPosted: 10 September 2026
Apply NowMechanical Assembly Hydraulics Fitter up to £40k Base + Benefits South East | Ref: ABJ6772
Perm: onsite 5 days
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Assembly (Hydraulic) Fitter to join a leading engineering and R&D team developing advanced hydraulic testing systems for global customers.
This is a hands-on role as a Hydraulics Mechanical fitter prepares a broad variety of component parts and assembling them into finished system elements used to construct specialist hydraulic test and motion simulation systems before shipment to customers worldwide.
As a Mechanical Assembly (Hydraulic) Fitter, you will work with large, high-value components manufactured to tight tolerances, using a range of hand, power and precision engineering tools. The role requires a strong mechanical aptitude, excellent attention to detail and the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and assembly instructions.
Key Responsibilities
Mechanical Assembly & Fitting
* Prepare component parts to required quality standards before assembling into system elements
* Assemble mechanical components and sub-assemblies using hand, power and precision engineering tools
* Work with large and high-value components requiring careful and sensitive handling
* Use and correctly interpret component and assembly drawings, along with written and verbal instructions
* Carry out manual handling of components and assemblies in accordance with health and safety requirements
* Use lifting equipment safely and appropriately where required
Quality & Safety
* Identify and report substandard quality through established procedures
* Ensure components and assemblies meet required quality standards before progressing
* Work in accordance with work instructions, risk assessments and health & safety requirements
* Maintain 5S workplace cleanliness standards
* Contribute to the development of work instructions and risk assessments
Team & Customer Support
* Work effectively with colleagues across the production and engineering teams
* Support installation work at customer sites when required
* Represent the company professionally when working with customers
Qualifications & Experience
* Demonstrable experience reading and interpreting technical drawings for component parts and assemblies
* Mechanical assembly experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment
* Experience working with high-value / low-volume component parts in a precision engineering environment
* Commercial mechanical assembly experience
* Understanding or experience of hydraulic systems would be advantageous
* Apprenticeship or equivalent practical/educational background
* Strong mechanical aptitude and practical assembly skills
* Ability to correctly read and interpret component and assembly drawings
* Confident use of hand, power and precision engineering tools
* Excellent hand skills and dexterity
* Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
Full-time | Permanent | £30–40k | Flexible benefits package
To Apply: Contact Alison Basson on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed)
Email: Ref: ABJ6772
Perm: onsite 5 days
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Assembly (Hydraulic) Fitter to join a leading engineering and R&D team developing advanced hydraulic testing systems for global customers.
This is a hands-on role as a Hydraulics Mechanical fitter prepares a broad variety of component parts and assembling them into finished system elements used to construct specialist hydraulic test and motion simulation systems before shipment to customers worldwide.
As a Mechanical Assembly (Hydraulic) Fitter, you will work with large, high-value components manufactured to tight tolerances, using a range of hand, power and precision engineering tools. The role requires a strong mechanical aptitude, excellent attention to detail and the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and assembly instructions.
Key Responsibilities
Mechanical Assembly & Fitting
* Prepare component parts to required quality standards before assembling into system elements
* Assemble mechanical components and sub-assemblies using hand, power and precision engineering tools
* Work with large and high-value components requiring careful and sensitive handling
* Use and correctly interpret component and assembly drawings, along with written and verbal instructions
* Carry out manual handling of components and assemblies in accordance with health and safety requirements
* Use lifting equipment safely and appropriately where required
Quality & Safety
* Identify and report substandard quality through established procedures
* Ensure components and assemblies meet required quality standards before progressing
* Work in accordance with work instructions, risk assessments and health & safety requirements
* Maintain 5S workplace cleanliness standards
* Contribute to the development of work instructions and risk assessments
Team & Customer Support
* Work effectively with colleagues across the production and engineering teams
* Support installation work at customer sites when required
* Represent the company professionally when working with customers
Qualifications & Experience
* Demonstrable experience reading and interpreting technical drawings for component parts and assemblies
* Mechanical assembly experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment
* Experience working with high-value / low-volume component parts in a precision engineering environment
* Commercial mechanical assembly experience
* Understanding or experience of hydraulic systems would be advantageous
* Apprenticeship or equivalent practical/educational background
* Strong mechanical aptitude and practical assembly skills
* Ability to correctly read and interpret component and assembly drawings
* Confident use of hand, power and precision engineering tools
* Excellent hand skills and dexterity
* Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
Full-time | Permanent | £30–40k | Flexible benefits package
To Apply: Contact Alison Basson on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed)
Email: Ref: ABJ6772