Assembly Fitter
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Key Duties
- Assemble, build and fit complex centrifugal pump assemblies and associated equipment in line with engineering drawings, specifications and quality standards.
- Carry out mechanical fitting activities including bearing installation, shaft assembly, impeller fitting, seal installation and final pump build.
- Interpret engineering drawings, assembly instructions and technical documentation to ensure accurate assembly of components.
- Use precision measuring equipment to verify dimensions, tolerances and alignment
What We're Looking For
Time-served Mechanical Fitter, Mechanical Assembly Technician, or equivalent mechanical engineering apprenticeship.
Experience assembling rotating equipment such as pumps, compressors, gearboxes, turbines or similar precision-engineered machinery.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
Skilled in the use of hand tools, mechanical assembly equipment and precision measuring instruments.
Strong understanding of mechanical tolerances, fits, alignments and assembly techniques.
Experience working within a manufacturing, engineering or heavy industrial environment.
A proactive approach to problem-solving with excellent attention to detail.
What we offer you
- We’ve recently invested significantly in modernising our Leeds facility — creating a brighter, more efficient, and more advanced workspace designed to support high‑quality work and a great employee experience. Alongside our upgraded facilities, you’ll benefit from:
Core Benefits
- A competitive salary
- A company-wide bonus scheme
- Paid overtime opportunities
- Medicash Health Cash Plan (covering everyday healthcare expenses such as dental, optical and GP services)
- 33 days’ holiday
- Defined pension contribution
- Employee Assistance Programmes
- Discounts on shopping, entertainment & lifestyle
- Costco membership option
- Discounted personal car leasing for you, family & friends
- Long Service Awards
- Ongoing learning through Sulzer Learning Pathways
- Armed Forces Support – As a Silver Award holder of the MoD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, we actively support veterans, reservists and Cadet Adult Volunteers. This includes policies that enable time for training, camps and deployment, alongside access to a growing internal military network.
Onsite Perks
- Free, secure parking with EV charging
- Multi-faith prayer room
- Newly modernised work areas
- Lively Sports & Social Club with events & prize draws
- 24/7 onsite gym
- Subsidised vending machines
- Subsidised Canteen offering hot and cold food
- Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
- We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.
About Sulzer
Global leader in fluid engineering and chemical processing applications.
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