Hydraulic Fitter / Mechanical Fitter
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Position Overview & Specifications
Key Responsibilities of the Hydraulic Fitter / Mechanical Fitter will include:
- Building and assembling a range of bespoke machinery, ensuring that all units are produced in line with drawings & specifications
- Carefully and accurately following build procedures & instructions
- May include some travel to sites for servicing / repair works
For the Hydraulic Fitter / Mechanical Fitter, we are keen to receive CVs from individuals who possess:
- IDEAL NOT ESSENTIAL – Formal qualifications within a relevant subject (Apprenticeship, NVQ/City & Guilds/ BTEC, HNC, HND etc.)
- Previous experience working in a similar role as well as the ability to effectively use hand & power tools
- The ability to read, interpret and work directly from engineering drawings
Working Hours of the Hydraulic Fitter / Mechanical Fitter:
38 Per week, spread across a regular day shift
- Monday to Thursday – 08:00 to 16:30
- Friday – 08:00 to 14:30
In return, the Hydraulic Fitter / Mechanical Fitter will receive:
- Competitive Annual salary
- Frequent overtime available midweek and on weekends (1.50)
- Holiday allowance: 33 days including bank holidays – rising to 35 after continued service
- Holiday Purchase Scheme
- Private Medical care plan
- Company pension contribution after initial probation period
- Full time, permanent employment with a growing organisation
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £13.00-£15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Heckmondwike: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Mechanical assembly: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Hydraulic Fitter / Mechanical Fitter roles across Denley Hydraulics Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £13 - £15 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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