Mechanical Fitter – Pharmaceutical

Position: Mechanical Fitter – Pharmaceutical

Location: Liverpool

Salary: £35k-£45k+Benefits

An excellent opportunity for a skilled Mechanical Fitter to join a pharmaceutical equipment manufacturer based in Liverpool. The role involves full-cycle mechanical assembly and fitting of bespoke process equipment — including pressure vessels, rotating machinery, gearboxes, agitators, motors, and hydraulic systems. You will play a key part in build completion, testing, and supporting on-site installations both in the UK and overseas.

Job Overview

• Take ownership of all mechanical build documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assemble and fit mechanical components to tight tolerances, including limits, fits, and shaft clearances.
• Work collaboratively within a multi-skilled team, including Electrical and Control Engineers, to ensure timely completion of full equipment builds.
• Liaise with engineering teams to resolve issues relating to fit, function, or design.
• Inspect mechanical components, main fabrications, and pressure vessels at supplier premises.
• Ensure all tasks are carried out safely and in line with H&S requirements.
• Report non-conformances via established quality systems.
• Support the Production team with day-to-day activities and provide regular updates on contract progress.
• Assist with off-site installations at customer sites as required.

Requirements

• Time-served mechanical engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in a similar mechanical fitting role.
• Experience with pressure vessel testing (desirable).
• Hands-on experience with agitators, gearboxes, and hydraulic systems.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication abilities.
• Ability to read and understand assembly drawings.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £35,000 – £45,000
• Off-site allowance: Included (details provided during candidate review).
• Pension: 4% employer / 4% employee
• Holidays: 20 days + bank holidays
• Additional Benefits:
• RAC cover
• Death in Service (4× salary)
• Income Protection (long-term sickness)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Retailer discounts
• Health & Wellbeing app (GP appointments, mental health support, general wellness advice)

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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