Mechanical Fitter

Engineers of Precision: Ready to build the power behind hospitals, global data centres, and critical infrastructure?

Stop trading away your entire week-claim your guaranteed 3-day weekend while earning up to £33.50 per hour in a world-class manufacturing facility right here in Larne!

Why Fitters Are Making the Move to Caterpillar Larne

Join an elite assembly team dedicated to quality, precision, and excellence. From day one, you'll be set up for success with structured training, top-tier safety gear, and an incredible work-life balance that gives you your Fridays back.

• Work-Life Balance: Guaranteed 4-day work week (Monday to Thursday) with a 3-day weekend every single week.
• Exceptional Earnings: Enjoy competitive base rates, night shift premiums, and lucrative overtime rates.
• Modern Facility: Work in a clean, safe, and modern environment equipped with an on-site canteen and free parking.
• Gear Provided: Full uniform and premium PPE supplied from day one.
• Ongoing Stability: Long-term, ongoing contract with full induction and ongoing professional training to help you master the Caterpillar way.

Job Details & Pay Breakdown

• Job Title: Mechanical Fitter
• Location: Larne (BT40 1EJ)
• Job Type: Temporary - Long Term Ongoing

Pay Rates & Overtime

• Day shift: £16.75 per hour
• Night shift: £22.33 per hour
• Overtime (First 10 hours): £25.13 per hour
• Overtime (After 10 hours): £33.50 per hour

Your Role on the Floor

Working as part of a precision assembly team, you will:

• Build & Integrate: Assemble, fit, and adjust generator sets (Gensets), fuel systems, and radiators.
• Interpret: Read and follow complex engineering prints and sketches to plan your build sequence.
• Use Precision Tools: Utilize a variety of hand and power tools to ensure every component meets the "Gold Standard" of quality.
• Improve: Collaborate with the team on 5S and lean manufacturing initiatives to keep the facility world-class.

What You'll Need

• Qualifications: A formal Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in a relevant mechanical field.
• Experience: Proven experience in assembly or fitting (ideally within a lean manufacturing environment).
• Detail-Oriented: Exceptional attention to detail and an uncompromised commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Mindset: Comfort working at heights or in enclosed spaces when required by the build.

Benefits, Perks & Culture

• Randstad Flexible Benefits App (exclusive discounts on retail, food, and entertainment).
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme for financial advice and wellbeing.
• Paid holidays and auto-enrolment pension scheme.
• Full access to top-notch on-site facilities, including free parking and subsidised food options.

Ready for a Better Work-Life Balance?

Applying is quick and easy. Don't stay stuck in a 5-day grind-join the team that builds the power for tomorrow.

Click Apply Now, and our dedicated Randstad on-site team will reach out for a friendly chat to get your interview scheduled! Power your career at Caterpillar Larne today.

skills

Mechanical/electrical integration

qualifications

NVQ level 3