Experienced HGV Mechanic / Vehicle Assembly Fitter

Description Experienced HGV Mechanic / Vehicle Assembly Fitter Location: Stockport Contract Type: Temporary / Contract Are you an experienced mechanic looking for a rewarding new contract? We have a fantastic opportunity in Stockport delivering the assembly of specialized vehicles. You will be a key member of our dedicated manufacturing team, making high-quality equipment for the transport industry. We are making it as easy and profitable as possible for you to get started, with supported travel and accommodation options available. Package & Benefits · Hourly Rate: £18.00 per hour · Working Hours: 39-hour working week spread across 5 days (Note: Must be prepared to work a reasonable amount of overtime/different shifts when required). · Living Allowance: £25.00 tax-free allowance per day worked to cover meals and incidentals (eligibility based on candidate location). · Accommodation Covered: Hotel accommodation fully paid for by us (eligibility based on candidate location). · Travel Perks: Mileage paid at 55p per mile, calculated based on candidate location (up to the route from Evo to Stockport). Key Responsibilities · Deliver the assembly of heavy vehicles within a dedicated manufacturing team. · Work accurately from engineering drawings to ensure high quality and precision. · Follow all standard work instructions and strictly adhere to health and safety protocols. · Work efficiently both independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within the team to meet project deadlines. · Participate in problem-solving, seeing unexpected challenges as opportunities to overcome and improve processes. Requirements · Qualifications & Experience: Qualified HGV Mechanic / Fitter with proven experience assembling vehicles (such as planes, trains, or automobiles). · Technical Skills: Ability to read and understand complex engineering drawings. · Work Ethic: A flexible ‘can-do’ approach, high professionalism, discipline, and an orderly standard of work. · Safety & Autonomy: Strong safety consciousness and the ability to work to high standards with minimal supervision. · Flexibility: Prepared to work a reasonable amount of overtime or shift adjustments when required to meet demands. Location & Commute Conveniently located in Stockport (SK1 1AA), just off the M60 (Junction 1/27) and a short walk from Stockport station. Ideal for lodge-based contractors or commutable candidates from Manchester, Altrincham, Cheadle, Wilmslow, Macclesfield, Oldham, and the wider Greater Manchester/Cheshire region. Benefits Competitive Pay: £18.00 per hour Working Pattern: 39 hours per week (Monday to Friday), with flexibility for overtime and shift variations as needed Daily Allowance: £25.00 tax-free per day to cover expenses and meals (location-dependent) Hotel Lodging: Fully funded hotel accommodation provided (location-dependent) Travel Expense: 55p per mile mileage allowance, calculated from your location (capped up to the Evo-to-Stockport route)