Mechanical Fitter

Job ID: 30671
Position - Mechanical Fitter
Location - Wilton, Redcar 
Project - Shutdown 
Duration - 3 Weeks 
Start - 5th September 2026

Wood is seeking experienced Shutdown Mechanical fitters to support a planned outage based onsite in Teesside.

This is a hands-on role suited to highly skilled Mechanical fitters with proven experience working within fast-paced shutdown environments, carrying out high-quality work on critical plant equipment and systems. 

Candidates must be safety-focused, quality-driven, and comfortable working in demanding environments, including confined spaces and at height, while delivering work to tight shutdown schedules.

Purpose / Role

• Read, understand and implement all applicable
• company / project policies, working practices and procedures, ensuring at all times that the plating/structural work scope is completed safely and to a high standard
• Follow the schedule communicated by the supervisor
• Complete all workscope in accordance with applicable workpack / jobcard instructions, associated procedures and drawings / sketches
• Provide support to other trades/disciplines where required, or form part of an integrated multi-discipline team
• Apply for relevant permits to work (PTW) in order to complete workscope in a controlled and safe manner (onshore only)
• Undertake appropriate Risk Assessments (RA) in order to complete workscope in a safe and controlled manner

About You

You are an experienced Mechanical fitter with a strong background in industrial shutdowns, power generation, energy, petrochemical, or heavy process environments. You have proven experience and can consistently produce work to the highest quality standards under demanding outage schedules.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter in industrial environments, preferably within the oil, gas, or related sectors.Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced shutdown environment.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to work in shifts and adapt to changing project requirements. 
• Relevant mechanical fitter qualifications/certifications (such as NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent) 
• CCNSG Safety passport
• Wood mandatory training, induction, risk awareness, etc
• TMJI10
• Ability to work at heights and work in confined spaces