At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair mechanical machinery in a dynamic training environment.
- Company: Join MKC Training, a prestigious facility at the Royal School of Military Engineering.
- Benefits: Enjoy six weeks paid holiday, private healthcare, and a generous pension scheme.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive culture with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while developing your skills in a supportive workplace.
- Qualifications: Relevant qualifications and experience in mechanical systems are required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 37000 £ per year.
Location: Chatham, Kent
Salary: £35,000.00 - £37,000.00 Per Annum Plus Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Permanent / Full Time
Hours: Monday - Friday (37 Hours Per Week)
Unique opportunity for a Maintenance Mechanical Fitter to join a prestigious training facility in Chatham, Kent. MKC Training is seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter to join its team at the Royal School of Military Engineering, Brompton Barracks in Chatham, Kent. This role involves maintaining and repairing mechanical machinery and equipment across training workshops, offices and classrooms.
Key responsibilities:
- Inspect, test and repair mechanical machinery and equipment used in technical trade training workshops, offices and classrooms.
- Perform machine turning, milling, bench fitting, welding and brazing, sheet metal work, and servicing of petrol and diesel engines/generators, pumps and hydraulics.
- Interpret engineering diagrams and charts.
- Work at height where required.
What we are looking for:
- Relevant qualifications such as an Apprenticeship, C&G, NVQ or equivalent.
- Experience with machine turning, milling, bench fitting, welding and brazing, sheet metal work, and servicing of mechanical systems.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering diagrams and charts.
- Maintain a full UK driving license.
- Willingness to work at height.
MKC Training is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, all applications will be considered. They provide support through Mental Health First Aid and Coaching and Mentoring schemes, are accredited Investors in People, ISO accredited and have a Gold Award in the Medway Healthy Workplaces Programme and have won several Health & Safety awards. MKC Training is passionate about the success they deliver for their learners, partners, and local communities, empowering people to be ambitious, solution-focused, proactive, and creative thinkers.
Their values include:
- Commitment to learner success
- Investment in People
- Collaboration through partnership to achieve shared goals
- Innovation to prepare for tomorrow
Benefits include:
- Six weeks paid holiday (plus bank holidays).
- Generous contributory pension.
- Funding for continuous professional development and personal growth.
- Mental Health and Wellbeing support.
- Private healthcare.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- On-site gym.
Additional Information: Full Job Description is available on request. Closing Date Friday 15th May 2026 although this is subject to change allowing for market conditions. All posts are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service application. MKC Training follows the DBS Code of Practice. Armed Forces Covenant – We offer guaranteed interviews to military veterans if they meet the selection criteria.
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MKC Training is an exceptional employer located in Chatham, Kent, offering a unique opportunity for Mechanical Fitters to thrive in a prestigious training facility. With a strong commitment to employee well-being, the company provides generous benefits including six weeks of paid holiday, a contributory pension, and funding for continuous professional development, all within a supportive and inclusive work culture that values innovation and collaboration. Employees are empowered to grow personally and professionally while contributing to the success of learners and the local community.
