Mechanical Fitter - Winches & Stage Machinery

Hemsworth | £15 - £17 per hour | Permanent | Days

We're recruiting a Mechanical Fitter for a globally recognised company in Hemsworth that designs and builds custom staging, set pieces, and stage machinery for the live entertainment industry. You'll be assembling and fitting mechanical systems, predominantly winches, for major tours, concerts, and events worldwide.

What you'll be doing:

Assembling mechanical systems including bearings, motors, gearboxes, pulleys, and linear rails

Fitting and building winch systems for stage machinery

Fitting and aligning moving parts to ensure smooth and safe mechanical function

Working from engineering drawings and assembly plans

Performing functional testing and basic fault-finding on mechanical systems

Conducting quality checks to ensure work meets specifications and safety requirements

Using hand tools and precision measuring equipment for mechanical fitting

May be used cross-departmentally on other stage machinery projects as needed

What you need:

Proven mechanical fitting experience

Hands-on experience with machine assembly or mechanical builds

Ability to read and interpret mechanical schematics and assembly drawings

Competent with hand tools and precision measuring equipment

Understanding of mechanical systems (bearings, gearboxes, drive systems, etc.)

Ability to work to tight tolerances and safety standards

Winch or rigging experience is a significant advantage but not essential - general mechanical fitting capability is the priority.

What's on offer:

£15 - £17 per hour (depending on experience)

Days-based: 07:30-15:30 Monday to Friday

Permanent role with a global business and stable order books

Genuine progression opportunities

Working on high-profile entertainment projects for major tours and events

Impressive working environment and facilities

This is a permanent position with a company at the forefront of live entertainment production. You'll be building mechanical systems that end up on stages around the world.

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