Job Description:

Location: Bardon, Leicestershire
Salary: £15.11-£16.29 p/h
Hours: Full-time
Contract Type: Permanent

Join Our Team
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanical Fitter to join our growing team working within the railway industry. This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanical professional to work on rolling stock, rail infrastructure, and associated equipment, helping to maintain the highest standards of safety, reliability, and performance across the rail network.
Key Responsibilities

• Conduct mechanical fitting, assembly, maintenance, overhaul, and repair activities on rail vehicles and associated equipment.
• Diagnose faults and undertake corrective maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and maintenance manuals.
• Perform inspections and testing to ensure equipment meets operational and safety standards.
• Replace and repair mechanical components including braking systems, bogies, couplers, suspension systems, and pneumatic equipment.
• Complete maintenance records and documentation accurately.
• Work in accordance with company procedures, railway standards, and health & safety regulations.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and operational teams to ensure maintenance targets are achieved.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to a positive safety culture.

Candidate Requirements
Essential

• Mechanical Fitter, Mechanical Technician, or equivalent engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, Apprenticeship or similar).
• Previous experience in a mechanical fitting or maintenance environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong fault-finding and critical thinking skills.
• Good understanding of health and safety practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK Driving Licence (desirable depending on location).
• Willing to travel (company van provided)
• Willing to work outdoors in all weather (PPE provided)

Desirable

• Previous experience within the rail, rolling stock, heavy engineering, automotive, aerospace, or manufacturing sectors.
• Knowledge of railway maintenance standards and procedures.
• Experience of working in a Railway environment is an advantage.
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, braking systems, and rotating equipment.
• Personal Track Safety (PTS) certification.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and overtime opportunities.
• Company pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Career progression opportunities within the rail sector.
• PPE and specialist equipment provided.
• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
• Generous holiday entitlement.

About You
You will be a safety-conscious individual with a strong mechanical background and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. Experience in rail is beneficial but not essential, as candidates from other heavy engineering environments will be considered.