Assembly Fitter — Leeds (LS12)
PermanentContract | Wortley, Leeds | £29,750| No Formal Qualifications Required
We’rerecruiting multiple Semi-skilled Assembly Fitters in Wortley, Leeds. The work is hands-on, varied, and genuinely interesting: sub-assembly of high-performance OEM machinery for one of the world’s mostrecognisedengineering businesses. If you know your way around hand tools and mechanical components, we want to hear from you – regardless of whether you have formal qualifications.
Why This RoleStands Out
£29,750 per year + annual bonus
33daysannual leave—well above the norm for contract work.
Enhanced pension schemeand health cash plan included from day one.
Free on-site parkingat the Wortley, Leeds site.
Permanent contract – with progression routes.
Multiple roles available.
The Company
Our client designs, develops, and manufactures high-speed metal forming and finishing machinery – operatingacross 41 countries with an $8.5bn turnover. They hold multiple Queen’s Awards for Enterprise in International Trade, Innovation, and Sustainable Development. This is a serious engineering environment, withthe investmentand standards to match. Hands-on work, done properly.
The Role
You’llbe working within the assembly department at Wortley, Leeds – supporting skilled mechanical fitters and getting involved in the full range of sub-assembly activity. The work is varied: no two days are identical, andyou’llbe building practical knowledge of precision OEM machinery as you go.
Typical duties include:
Building sub-assemblies using standard operating procedures and fixtures
Preparing components for painting (washing and masking) and finishing after paint (re-tapping, reaming, cleaning)
Marking off, drilling, and tapping
Installing exterior equipment: nameplates, guard switches, hydraulic hoses, and pumps
Routing steel and nylon pipework
Unpacking and preparing parts for assembly
Fitting non-electrical services prior to testing
Applying sealants andassistingwith non-electrical stripping before dispatch
About You
We’renot looking for a CV full of qualifications.We’relooking for someone who is genuinely good with their hands, takes quality seriously, and can follow a procedure without needing to be chased.
You’llbe a strong fit if you have:
Solid hand tool experience from a manufacturing, engineering, or assembly environment
Confidence working with mechanical components and assemblies to a defined spec
A background in motor mechanics, machine building, mechanical assembly, or a related trade—whether through work, training, or personal projects
Attention to detail and a flexible, team-first attitude
Willingness to follow standard operating procedures and elevate issues correctly
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