Hydraulic Fitter
Type: Permanent
Reference: 224966519
Job Description:
Hydraulic Fitter
Salary: £22.80ph Umbrella
Contract: 6-month temp to perm
Shifts: Mon – Thurs 07:00 – 16:00, Friday 07:00 – 13:00
Location: Burton-upon-Trent
The Role
We are currently seeking a Hydraulic Fitter to join our team at Barton under Needwood. This is a hands‑on role focused on carrying out servicing, overhauls and associated mechanical repairs on hydraulic components within rail.
You will work as part of a skilled team, delivering high‑quality mechanical work safely, efficiently and in line with engineering specifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out mandatory servicing and mechanical repairs on rail vehicle systems and components.
- Complete fault finding down to component levels.
- Install, maintain and repair hydraulic pumps, motors and hydraulic components.
- Carry out quality inspections to all of the assembly stages.
Essential:
- Proven experience in a mechanical fitting, maintenance or overhaul environment.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems and component repair.
- A flexible and proactive approach to work.
- Commitment to safe working practices.
Desirable:
- Previous experience within the rail or automotive industry.
- Experience working on large sub‑assembly overhaul activities.
About Ford & Stanley Group
Ford & Stanley Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness.
Ford & Stanley Group Ltd is a Disability Confident Committed employer and is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy.