Maintenance Fitter

Rolls-Royce Corporation; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls-Royce Corporation in Derby is hiring a Maintenance Fitter to service test, production and facility equipment. You will perform planned and reactive maintenance and undertake mechanical installations as needed, interfacing with customers and teams across Manufacturing Services.

Applicants should have completed a recognised mechanical apprenticeship with City and Guilds/NVQ3 or equivalent, and be proficient with hydraulic and pneumatic systems while reading engineering drawings.

Qualifications

• Recognised maintenance or mechanical apprenticeship completed.
• Safe working in a modern team environment with problem solving.
• Time-served apprenticeship with City and Guilds or equivalent in mechanical discipline.
• Experience using hydraulic/pneumatic equipment and reading drawings.
• Clear communication, self-motivated, and aware of COSHH.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical maintenance and repair of test, production and facilities equipment.
• Undertake mechanical installation work as required and interface with stakeholders.
• Perform planned and reactive maintenance on build line equipment and test facilities.
• Work with hydraulic and pneumatic systems; interpret engineering drawings.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Problem solving

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Ability to read drawings

Education

NVQ3 or equivalent (mechanical)

City and Guilds

Tools

Hydraulic equipment

Pneumatic equipment

Engineering drawings interpretation

Job description

Job Description Maintenance Fitter Derby Full Time (3 Shift Pattern - Mornings/Nights/Afternoons, 22% Shift Allowance)

We have an exciting opportunity within the Manufacturing Services function of the Civil Aerospace Assembly & Test organisation for an individual to join the team as a Maintenance Fitter, reporting to the Manufacturing Services Leaders. Our Civil Aerospace business powers over 30 types of commercial aircraft. We have an outstanding reputation in all sectors of the market - wide body, narrow body and corporate and regional aircraft - and we support customers in nearly every country across the globe. From helicopters and general aviation aircraft, to business jets and the world’s largest airliners, we offer the industry’s broadest range of engines. In fact, over 30,000 Rolls-Royce engines are currently in service with 650 airlines, freight operators and lessors, and 4,000 corporate operators. Civil Aerospace Operations (CAOps) are responsible for the assembly and testing of Production, Repair and Experimental engines. Within CAOps, Manufacturing Services provide the maintenance and repair function for plant, equipment and facilities within the Derby estate.

What you will be doing:

The role is responsible for the mechanical maintenance and repair of Test, Experimental and Production facilities equipment, plant, control systems and machine tools. Within the team, a certain amount of temporary and permanent mechanical installation is also undertaken. You will interface effectively with customers, suppliers and Manufacturing Services team members to optimise the overall performance of the Assembly and Test organisation. Working on production equipment which is used to manufacture aircraft engines. Responsible for the planned maintenance and reactive maintenance on all build line equipment and engine test facilities. Working with pumps, motors, gearboxes, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Position Qualifications:

• Applications are welcomed from individuals who have served a recognised maintenance or mechanical apprenticeship.
• You will be keen to work safely in a modern team-based environment and possess a "can do" mentality and good problem-solving skills.
• You will hold a recognised time-served apprenticeship including City and Guilds, NVQ3 or equivalent in a mechanical discipline.
• You must be able to demonstrate experience in using a variety of hydraulic and pneumatic equipment and the ability to interpret engineering drawings.
• You will have a professional and flexible attitude with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels.
• You will be self-motivated with the ability to work on your own initiative or as part of a team.
• It is essential that you have an up-to-date working knowledge of health, safety and environmental procedures, including COSHH.
• Comfortable working at height.

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future.

Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company.

Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.

Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk.

This job is advertised at the grades shown, and this is the desired operating level for this role. We encourage applications from candidates with relevant experience from any grade. It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role.

Grade: DDH3 Closing Date: 3rd November 2026 People Leader: Andrew Kinirey For further information, please contact: Jaspreet Bagga Job Category Factory Staff Posting Date 20 Oct 2026; 00:10 Posting End Date 03 Nov 2026 Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to our planet's vital power needs.