Locomotive Fitter

Mechanical FitterLocation: CreweSalary: £47,147 per year (rising to £55,000+)Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 offA fantastic opportunity has opened for a Level 3 qualified MechanicalFitter with a background in heavy engineering to step into the rail industry and work on some of the most powerful machines on the network.Your New OpportunityJoin a highly skilled engineering team responsible for keeping heavy diesel locomotives running safely and reliably. In this role, you will:Carry out mechanicalmaintenance, repair, and overhaul tasks on locomotives.Diagnose, investigate, and repairfaults across mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical systems.Use written maintenanceinstructions (VMI) and engineeringdrawings to complete examinations, inspections, and routine servicing.Every shift offers variety, technical challenge, and the chance to work on impressive large-scale machinery.The Ideal CandidateYou''ll bring experience, precision, and a strong maintenance mindset. We''re looking for someone with:Previous experience as a MechanicalFitter in a heavy engineering environment.A background from sectors such as REME (ex-forces), HGV, bus/coach fleets, aviation, large machinery, or ideally locomotives/rolling stock.Confidence working rotating shifts, including earlies, lates, and nights.Essential CriteriaProven maintenance and fault-finding experience within transport or plant engineering.Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in mechanical or electrical engineering.Full UK ..... full job details .....