Mechanical Fitter (Workshop / Trailers / Welding)

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Job information

  • Location: Fobbing, Thurrock
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Job sector: Engineering
  • Salary: £60000 - £65000 per annum + 2x Overtime + Training on Plant Equipment
  • Published: 21 July 2026

Mechanical Fitter (Workshop / Trailers / Welding)
£60,000 – £65,000 + Bonus + 2x Overtime + Training on Plant Equipment + Days Based + Healthcare + Flexible Working Hours
Thurrock, Essex

Are you a Mechanical Fitter or similar looking for a days only role, working in a brand-new workshop, receiving a range of benefits like tailored training on specialist equipment, up to 2x overtime and flexible work hours?

In this role you will diagnose faults, service, and complete temporary welding repairs to a range of trailers, plant equipment and HGVs in Thurrock. The equipment you will be working on gives you lots of variety and technical challenges, keeping each day unique.

On offer is a fantastic opportunity to work for a well-established company with a history of over 60 years, providing outstanding products and services across the forestry and recycling industries. The company are a UK leader within their chosen sectors, producing some of the highest quality products.

This role will suit a qualified Mechanical Fitter who is independent and can bring some trailer or plant maintenance with some welding experience. This role provides flexible working hours, giving you a great work life balance.

The Role:

  • Service and repair heavy plant machinery
  • Gain specific industry training
  • Workshop based
  • Monday to Friday with occasional weekends paid at an enhanced rate

The Person:

  • Trailer / Plant / HGV /Agricultural maintenance experience
  • Some welding experience

Reference Number: BBBH25460e

Engineer, Plant Fitter, Engineer, Workshop Fitter, Plant Engineer, Heavy plant, Heavy Machinery, Compacting, Plant hire, electrical, mechanical, Hydraulics, Essex

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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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