Mechanical Technician & Fitter

Mechanical Technician / Mechanical Fitter
Leeds | Rail Vehicle Maintenance | Permanent

Up to £47,147

We're seeking experienced Mechanical Technicians, Mechanical Fitters, HGV Technicians and Vehicle Mechanics to join a busy maintenance facility in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for mechanically biased engineers who enjoy fault-finding, problem-solving and working on large diesel-powered equipment and rolling stock. Rail experience is welcome but not essential. Candidates from HGV, bus, automotive, plant and military engineering backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities
Diagnose and rectify mechanical faults efficiently and safely.
Carry out planned and reactive maintenance activities.
Inspect, repair and overhaul mechanical systems and components.
Work from technical drawings, manuals and maintenance documentation.
Ensure all work is completed to high quality and safety standards.
Take ownership of jobs from diagnosis through to successful completion.
 

Requirements
Essential
NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in:
HGV Maintenance
Bus & Coach Engineering
Automotive Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Or a related engineering discipline
Strong hands-on mechanical experience.
Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
Good understanding of:
Diesel engines
Braking systems
Pneumatics
Driveline and transmission systems
General mechanical maintenance
Ability to interpret technical documentation and engineering instructions.
Desirable
HGV Technician experience.
Bus & Coach maintenance experience.
Plant maintenance experience.
Rail vehicle maintenance experience.
Military engineering background with subsequent civilian engineering experience.
Experience working on large diesel-powered equipment and rotating machinery.
 

What We're Looking For

We are looking for engineers who:

Think for themselves and use their initiative.
Can work independently and make sound technical decisions.
Take pride in producing high-quality work.
Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Work well as part of a team.
Can demonstrate a stable employment history and a commitment to previous employers.
 

Suitable Backgrounds
HGV Technicians
HGV Mechanics
Bus & Coach Technicians
Vehicle Mechanics
Plant Fitters
Mechanical Fitters
REME Engineers
Diesel Engineers
Maintenance Engineers
Rolling Stock Technicians
 

Apply Now

If you're an experienced mechanical engineer with strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills looking for your next challenge in a technically demanding environment, we'd like to hear from you. Rail experience is not essential; strong mechanical aptitude and the right attitude are what matter most.