Mechanical Fitter (Training and Upskilling Provided) in Crewe, Cheshire

Energy Jobline CVL; Crewe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment company is seeking Mechanical Fitters in Crewe. The role involves the mechanical overhaul of rail bogies with paid training provided. Ideal candidates will have mechanical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and at least 18 months of hands-on experience. Immediate starts available with a competitive pay rate and opportunities in the rolling stock industry.

Benefits

Immediate starts

Entry into engineering

Paid training

Work for a global leader within that market

Rolling stock industry work

Responsibilities

• Bogie overhaul, damage repair and engineering
• Wheel set overhaul, repair and analysis
• Bogie & gearbox engineering / repair
• Wheel exchange on wheel sets
• Components and sub-assemblies overhaul repair and analysis
• Heavy mechanical fitting to safety-critical standards

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Minimum 18 months hand-tool experience

Excellent communication skills

Positive attitude to learn and develop

Job description

Job Title

Mechanical Fitter (Training and Upskilling Provided)

Location

Crewe, Cheshire

Shifts

Mon‑Fri 8am‑4:30pm (with flexibility to work shifts)

Pay

£16.06 PAYE / £20.79 Umbrella (training rate for first approx. 6 weeks)

£18.25 PAYE / £23.65 Umbrella (post training)

Hours Per Week

37

Duration

Ongoing

Start Date

November/December 2025

Industries/Backgrounds Considered

Rolling Stock, Automotive, Marine, Plant, Aviation, Military, HGV Technicians, Assembly, Engineering, Car Garage, Fitter, Rail

Position Summary

Shorterm Group are recruiting for over 75 Mechanical Fitters for long‑term contracts for their major client Alstom to carry out the mechanical overhaul of rail bogies at their Crewe depot. Whether you are currently looking for work or are in employment and fancy a change of career we would love to talk to you! You do not need to have a rail industry background as other practical trade backgrounds will be considered and paid training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Bogie overhaul, damage repair and engineering
• Wheel set overhaul, repair and analysis
• Bogie & gearbox engineering / repair
• Wheel exchange on wheel sets
• Components and sub‑assemblies overhaul repair and analysis
• Heavy mechanical fitting to safety‑critical standards

Benefits

• Immediate starts
• Entry into engineering
• Paid training
• Work for a global leader within that market
• Rolling stock industry work

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Mechanical knowledge
• Minimum 18 months hand‑tool experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Positive attitude to learn and develop

Contact Information

Email: (url removed)

Phone: (phone number removed)

Additional Notes

PLEASE NOTE ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO PASS AN DRUGS AND ALCOHOL TEST BEFORE BEING OFFERED A POSITION (this is standard procedure on rail depots). Please note due to the volume of applications, we can only commit to contact those candidates we deem suitable for the position, but we may retain your details and contact you in the future should suitable positions arise.

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