Skilled Fitter role in Heysham. £30-45k, permanent, hands-on assembly work with strong benefits and long-term stability.
22nd June, 2026
Fitter (Assembly Team) Location: Heysham Pay: £30,000 - £45,000 per year Contract: Full-time, permanent Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
We're working with a well-established engineering business (via Hunters 4 Staff) that designs and builds fuel storage tanks and equipment used across multiple industries. Due to continued growth, they're looking for a hands-on Fitter to join their busy assembly team. It's a practical role with real variety, working on large-scale builds from start to finish.
What you'll be doing
Assembling heavy-duty steel tanks and equipment to detailed specifications
Installing electrical components including single and three-phase systems (motors, pumps, control panels)
Carrying out pipefitting work - installing fuel lines, valves, and pipework
Completing pressure tests, electrical checks, and final inspections
Reading engineering drawings and solving fitment issues as they arise
What we're looking for
Solid experience in mechanical fitting or assembly (engineering, plant, automotive, or similar)
Confidence working with electrical systems, including wiring and fault finding
Practical experience with pipefitting, fuel lines, or similar systems
Good understanding of workshop health & safety
Full UK driving licence and own transport
What's on offer
Bonus scheme (attendance + health & safety)
Employer pension (3%)
23 days holiday + bank holidays
Life insurance
Free on-site parking, uniform and PPE provided
This role is based in Heysham and would suit candidates from Lancaster, Morecambe, Fleetwood, or surrounding areas. Similar experience in roles like Mechanical Fitter, Assembly Technician, or Plant Fitter would be a strong match.
If you're looking for a stable, long-term role where you can get stuck in and build solid products day to day, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and we'll talk you through the next steps.