Mechanical & Electrical Fitter

Mechanical & Electrical Fitter

Location: Leeds
Up to £47,147 p/annum

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Mechanical & Electrical Fitter to join a busy vehicle maintenance facility in Leeds. The successful candidate will be responsible for the servicing, maintenance, fault diagnosis and repair of locomotives, ensuring the highest standards of safety, reliability and performance are maintained.

About You

A strong commitment to safe working practices.
Completed an apprenticeship or be time-served within a relevant engineering discipline.
Experience carrying out mechanical and/or electrical maintenance activities.
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
Previous experience working on rolling stock, rail vehicles, heavy plant, HGVs, locomotives or similar equipment would be advantageous.
The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
 

Key Responsibilities
Comply with all health, safety and environmental policies, procedures and industry standards.
Carry out planned preventative maintenance, inspections and corrective repairs on locomotives.
Diagnose and rectify mechanical and electrical faults efficiently.
Ensure all maintenance activities are completed in line with engineering specifications and maintenance schedules.
Accurately complete maintenance records, inspection reports and associated documentation.
Maintain excellent housekeeping standards to ensure a clean, organised and safe working environment.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance fleet reliability and operational performance.
 

What's on Offer?

Competitive salary up to £47,147 p/annum.
Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.
Final salary pension scheme (subject to qualifying period).
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
Life assurance scheme.
Comprehensive employee benefits package, including health-related benefits and retail discounts.
The opportunity to join a highly regarded engineering team within a safety-focused organisation.
 

Working Hours

This facility operates a 24/7 shift pattern, therefore flexibility regarding working hours and shift rotation is essential.

Additional Information

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including:

Employment references
Medical assessment
Drug & Alcohol screening
DBS/background checks

This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanically and electrically biased engineer looking to develop their career within a specialist heavy engineering and maintenance environment.