Mechanical Fitter (Motors/Gearboxes)

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Job information

  • Location: Bury Saint Edmunds, Suffolk
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Job sector: Engineering
  • Salary: £35000 - £40000 per annum + £45K OTE + 2k Call Out + Bonus
  • Published: 8 April 2026

Mechanical Fitter (Motors/Gearboxes)

£35,000 – £40,000 + £45K OTE + 2k Call Out + Bonus + Funded Qualifications +Training

Bury St Edmunds

Are you a Mechanical Fitter with experience working on motors and gearboxes, looking to join a globally recognised business that will enhance your career through a range of funded qualifications and training within the refrigeration industry?

In this hands-on role, you will be working within a tight knit mechanical team on a PPM schedule, ensuring the operations on a variety of mechanical equipment are maintained. You will also be responsible for carrying out inspections on the equipment, alongside oiling and greasing.

Founded over 80 years ago, this global business is one of the biggest logistic companies on the globe. With a catalogue of blue-chip clients within the food industry, they provide a range of services for controlled temperature environments. From manufacturing and servicing to exportation across the globe, they aim to be the one stop for all within the industry.

This role would suit a Mechanical Fitter with experience working with motors and gearboxes, looking to join a global business that will upskill your career through a variety of technical training.

The Role:

  • Carrying out planned maintenance on a range of mechanical equipment including lifts and gearboxes
  • Full training on refrigeration
  • On call Rota 1 in every 3 weeks
  • Monday to Friday 8am – 4:30pm

The Person:

  • Mechanical Fitter or similar
  • Experience working on motors and gearboxes

Reference Number: BBBH24725

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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