Mechanical Fitter

We Served; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Plymouth is looking for Mechanical Fitters to join their team at the historic Devonport Royal Dockyard. In this role, you will be involved in assembling and maintaining advanced mechanical systems critical to national security. You will need a background in mechanical engineering, experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment. Competitive salary and great benefits await successful candidates.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to Digital GP

Qualifications

• Proficient in maintenance and troubleshooting of mechanical systems.
• Experience in a marine or industrial environment.
• Strong commitment to career development.

Responsibilities

• Install, align, and assemble mechanical components.
• Conduct functional tests and pressure testing.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance.

Skills

Maintenance of hydraulic systems

Troubleshooting pneumatic systems

Laser alignment

Vibration analysis

Mentoring apprentices

Education

Time-served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering/Fitting

Job description

Mechanical Fitter Opportunities

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter
Vacancies: Multiple opportunities available
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Compensation: £35,530 + Benefits – Gross OTE £50,882
Role Type: Full time / Permanent

Shape the Future of Marine Engineering

At Babcock we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Mechanical Fitter at historic Devonport Royal Dockyard – home of the biggest naval base in Western Europe and a vital support for the Royal Navy for over 700 years.

At Babcock we have a true culture of opportunity – with business contracts that last decades and structured career development pathways that can take you in all kinds of directions; you will grow, develop, and achieve more than you ever thought possible. There has never been a better time for you to join Babcock.

Mechanical Fitter Opportunities

As a Mechanical Fitter, you’ll have a role that’s out of the ordinary. We have opportunities for Mechanical Fitters to work on a wide range of projects where you’ll be at the heart of our operations, assembling and maintaining advanced mechanical systems that help protect national security. This is a hands‑on role in a dynamic, safety‑critical environment where your skills will directly contribute to the readiness of the Royal Navy’s fleet. You’ll gain exposure to complex engineering challenges and collaborate with expert teams, accelerating your career development and technical growth.

What you’ll do:

• Installing, aligning, and assembling mechanical components to precise tolerances.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Conducting functional tests, leak detection, and pressure testing.
• Operating workshop machinery and specialised tools.
• Performing preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical systems.

What you’ll need:

• Proficient in the maintenance and troubleshooting of hydraulic, pneumatic, rotating, and static mechanical systems with a marine, nuclear, heavy mechanical, or industrial environment.
• Proficient in laser alignment, vibration analysis, and system commissioning/decommissioning.
• Holds a time‑served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering/Fitting.
• Experienced in mentoring apprentices and sharing technical knowledge with peers.
• Self‑driven with a strong commitment to career development and continuous improvement.

Please note that the successful candidate will be required to pass a targeted medical questionnaire and/or medical examination as a condition of employment for this role.

Security Clearance

The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

What we offer

• Generous holiday allowance.
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance.
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+.
• Employee share scheme.
• Employee shopping savings portal.
• Payment of Professional Fees.
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10‑days special paid leave.
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. There is an annual Window to request this benefit. ‘Be Kind Day’ enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity.
• Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

Babcock International

For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email [e-mail] with the subject header ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working – please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Closing date: 22/12/2025