Tool Fitter / Mechanical Fitter
An excellent opportunity for someone with previous experience maintaining, repairing or fault-finding tools, equipment or mechanical machinery to join a busy workshop team. Candidates with a background as a Mechanical Fitter, Mechanical Engineer or similar hands‑on mechanical repair role will also be considered.
If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Tool Fitter, Small Tools Fitter, Mechanical Fitter, Mechanical Engineer, Plant Fitter, Workshop Fitter, Hire Equipment Fitter, Tool Hire Fitter, Service Fitter, Maintenance Fitter
SALARY: £35,000 - £38,000 per annum (depending on experience) + Benefits
LOCATION: Bristol, South West England
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 4:30pm
JOB OVERVIEW
This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy workshop environment where your practical repair skills and mechanical knowledge will help keep equipment safe, reliable and ready for hire.
The Tool Fitter / Mechanical Fitter will be responsible for servicing, maintaining and repairing a wide range of small hire equipment, including pipe welding tools and general power tools.
As a Tool Fitter / Mechanical Fitter, you will diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and pneumatic faults, carry out inspections and ensure repairs are completed to a high standard.
The role would suit a Tool Fitter / Mechanical Fitter with previous experience maintaining and repairing tools, equipment or mechanical machinery. Candidates currently working as a Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Fitter, Plant Fitter or in a similar hands‑on mechanical repair role who are interested in moving into tool hire will also be considered.
DUTIES
- Inspection and Servicing: Carry out the inspection, servicing, maintenance and repair of tools and equipment in the workshop, ensuring all work is completed to a high standard
- Fault Diagnosis: Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and pneumatic faults, identifying and rectifying defects efficiently
- Hire Preparation: Prepare tools and equipment for hire, ensuring machines are safe, compliant and ready for customer use
- Maintenance Records: Ensure all repairs and servicing are accurately documented using the company's maintenance systems
- Safety Checks: Carry out safety inspections and ensure all equipment complies with relevant legislation and company standards
- Loading Support: Assist drivers with the safe unloading and loading of plant and equipment at the depot
- Returned Equipment Checks: Inspect all equipment returned from hire, checking for damage, missing items and cleanliness, and report any defects or discrepancies
- Workshop Housekeeping: Maintain a clean, safe and organised workshop, adhering to health and safety policies and housekeeping standards
- Teamwork: Work effectively as part of the workshop team to meet customer demand and deadlines
- Training and Development: Participate in training and continuous professional development to maintain technical knowledge and skills
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
- Previous experience maintaining, repairing or fault-finding tools, equipment or mechanical machinery
- Good mechanical knowledge, with the ability to diagnose and repair faults
- Ability to carry out inspections, servicing and repairs to a high standard while meeting deadlines
- Willingness to assist with loading, unloading and inspecting returned hire equipment as part of the workshop operation
- Flexible approach to work with the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast‑paced environment
- Positive attitude with a strong work ethic
- Hard working and physically fit due to the nature of the equipment
DESIRABLE
- Tool Hire experience
BENEFITS
- Salary sacrifice Pension scheme
- 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
- Life Assurance
- Additional Holiday buy back scheme
- Overtime opportunity
- Eye care vouchers
- Commitment to learning and development with structured in house and external training with career progression
- Perkbox Employee rewards with discounts up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, vouchers, gym membership, plus much more
- Long service recognition
JOB REF: AWDO-P15101
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