North Yorkshire · Mechanical Engineering · Demand: Moderate

Mechanical Fitter Jobs in York

York has a growing construction job market — residential demand across North Yorkshire, heritage and conservation construction, university campus development, and hospitality and tourism fit-out create consistent opportunities.

Typical pay: £19–£28 per hour · Card required: JIB-PMES card or CSCS Blue Card — NVQ Level 3 Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Fitter Jobs in York — What to Expect

How to qualify as a Mechanical Fitter

Mechanical fitters typically hold NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or Plumbing and Heating Technology. A JIB-PMES card confirms competence for site access on M&E programmes. Many mechanical fitters come from a plumbing or heating background and develop into commercial M&E work.

Career progression

Mechanical fitters progress to M&E working supervisor, M&E site supervisor, M&E project manager, or mechanical contracts manager. Commercial M&E experience opens doors to major programme work and strong day rates.

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Register for Mechanical Fitter Jobs in York

Mechanical fitters with commercial M&E experience are in consistent demand across the UK. Register with Phoenix Gray and tell us your specific experience — HVAC, pipework, ductwork — and we will match you to live vacancies.

What you get when you register:

Access to live vacancies in York
Temp, contract and permanent options
Weekly pay on qualifying temp assignments
Dedicated consultant for your trade
Fast registration — no lengthy forms
No fees — registration is always free

Typical Mechanical Fitter Duties in York

HVAC pipework installation

Ductwork installation

Plant room equipment

Fan coil unit installation

Valves and fittings

Pressure testing

Project Types Recruiting Mechanical Fitters in York

Residential and housingHeritage and conservationUniversity and educationTourism and hospitality