Fitter/Machine Mover

Job Description GEM are working with a global organisation to recruit a number of fitters to carry out project-related tasks based on a client’s sites in the North East. We are keen to hear from candidates with…

Pay rate £13.50 – £15/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 6 October 2026

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Job Description

GEM are working with a global organisation to recruit a number of fitters to carry out project-related tasks based on a client’s sites in the North East. We are keen to hear from candidates with experience within this sector.

Duties

•Dismantling and assembling machinery.

•Loading, unloading, and relocating machines and materials.

•Demolishing and scrapping machines and buildings.

•Packing machines and materials for transport.

•Reporting damages and malfunctions to the Project Manager.

•Accounting for work carried out and completing the required documents/work orders, etc.

•Ensuring the responsible and careful use, maintenance, and management of all equipment.

•Maintaining a safe working environment for yourself and others by following safety regulations and using personal protective equipment.

•Maintaining an efficient and tidy working environment.

•Performing physical tasks in various positions

•Exerting force or lifting up to 23 kg, occasionally more.

Required/desired knowledge, skills or experience

•Relevant education obtained at a college

•Mechanical/Hand tool experience

•FLT – Counterbalance or Reach

•Telehandler

•IPAF

•Driving license

•CSCS card

•Rigging/Slinging

Additional Information

Location: Peterlee and Washington

Hours of work Monday to Friday

•8am till 4pm

Rates of pay:

•Days – £13.50 per hr to £15 per hr

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Gem Partnership Ltd who are trading as a recruitment business.

Due to the volume of applications received, we regret that we may not be able to respond to every applicant. If you do not hear from us within 7 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

We are committed to fair, inclusive, and equitable recruitment practices and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals.

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