Job Detail

Vehicle Fitter

• Field: Manufacturing/Surveying
• Deadline: 2026-03-20 04:03
• Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

My client is now recruiting for a Vehicle Fitter to join their expanding team. This is an exciting time to join a company that continues to grow from strength to strength in the local area. If you have a background as a trained mechanic or have 2 years mechanical engineering experience, then this could be just the job for you. You will also need to have 2 years’ experience in automotive 12 volt and 48 volt electrical circuits is required. Welding would be a distinct advantage but is not essential.
Working on the front line of production, you will help maintain the high standards their customers expect. The job is challenging and interesting, with a lot of variation. Not only will you be responsible for building our own vehicles, but also for the maintenance and repair of the company rental fleet.
This is a full time permanent role 39 hour week with 21 days holiday plus bank holidays.
Responsibilities:
* Actively participate in the on-the-job training program
* Build production vehicles as per given job cards
* Prepare or repair rental vehicles, as per given job cards
* Meet production build target hours
* Ensure you are aware of and comply with the company Health and Safety Policy
* Ensure the factory and surrounding areas are kept smart, clean and safe
* Adhere to, and participate in, the company 5S program
* Help achieve ongoing improvements in build times and quality performance
Skills:
* You will have 2 years of mechanical engineering experience, gained in an automotive, power generation, aviation or manufacturing environments.
* You will be experienced in electrical fault finding, repair and general maintenance of machinery.
* Welding experience is an advantage, but not essential
* Communicate clearly on technical issues
* Comfortable prioritising tasks in a changing customer-driven environment
* Work on your own and as part of the team, when required
* Clean driving license
The role would suit a positive ‘can do’ attitude, underpinned by an active ‘roll the sleeves up’ style