Mechanical Fitter

Posted 06 August 2026
Salary £23.23 - £40.65 per hour + Travel & Digs Paid
LocationFife
Job type Contract
Discipline EngineeringManufacturing
ReferenceBBBH23354_1786019010

Job description

Mechanical Fitters (Outage Work)


Markinch, Fife
17th August - 30th August (Travel 16th August / Return 31st August)
Excellent Hourly Rates + Overtime + Accommodation
We are currently recruiting 2 x Mechanical Fitters and 2 x General Operatives for a planned engineering outage at a major industrial site in Markinch, Fife.
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced mechanical personnel to work on a short-term shutdown with attractive overtime rates.

Mechanical Scope


Successful candidates will support the removal, overhaul, and reassembly of a range of rotating equipment, including:

  • Gearboxes
  • Screw conveyors
  • Conveyors
  • Drive shafts
  • Associated mechanical equipment

Requirements

Mechanical Fitters

  • Proven mechanical fitting experience within industrial environments
  • Experience working on rotating equipment
  • Ability to work from engineering drawings and specifications
  • Strong mechanical aptitude

Essential

  • Valid CCNSG Safety Passport
  • Confined Space certification desirable (basic online training can be provided if required)

Pay Rates

  • First 39 Hours: £23.23 per hour
  • Over 39 Hours: £31.36 per hour
  • First 4 Hours Saturday: £31.36 per hour
  • Saturday Afternoon & Sunday: £40.65 per hour

What's on Offer?

  • Hotel accommodation provided
  • Excellent overtime opportunities
  • Short-term shutdown work
  • Opportunity to work with an experienced engineering team

Project Dates

  • 16th August: Travel to hotel
  • 17th August: Site works commence
  • 30th August: Estimated completion of works
  • 31st August: Travel home

For more info Call Neil @ Employment Solutions 0161 8395353 Email: neil@emp-sol.com