Mechanical Maintenance Fitter

Rullion; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to join a team in Manchester responsible for maintaining rolling stock for high-speed trains. The role offers a chance to work on cutting-edge technology in a safety-critical environment, while ensuring compliance with strict maintenance standards and safety guidelines.

Benefits

PPE provided by the employer

Tooling provided by the Client

On-site Messroom

Coverall cleaning service

Changing facilities with showers

Qualifications

• Experience in Rolling Stock or Military Engineering is preferred.
• Proven capability in Mechanical maintenance.
• Ability to comply with safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and repair rolling stock and equipment.
• Ensure safe and efficient maintenance activities.
• Assist in depot duties and house-keeping.

Skills

Time Served Apprenticeship or equivalent

NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Good verbal and written communication skills

Technical and IT Skills

Job description

Mechanical Fitter

Overview

You will be based in Manchester, joining a team of over 80 professionals working on a major rolling stock overhaul project for the Class 390 Avanti High Speed Trains. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a world‑leading organisation responsible for maintaining and ensuring the reliability of this iconic, globally recognised fleet.

Rullion has a strong long‑standing partnership with our client and we place great importance on contractor welfare. Your well being is our priority, with an experienced on‑site account manager available to support you throughout the project. This role not only offers an enjoyable working environment, but also the chance to develop valuable skills to progress further in your career.

Purpose of Role

You will be working as part of the overhaul team to service, maintain, repair and overhaul rolling stock and equipment, including the latest generation in train technology to laid down Vehicle Maintenance Instructions

Ensuring all Overhaul activities are carried out in a safe, efficient and cost‑effective manner, whilst constantly seeking to improve quality.

Location

Manchester Train Care Centre, Longsight, M12 4HR

Start Date

Start of Project = staggered starts each week from 05/01/2026 up to 23/02/2026

Your start date will be confirmed in due course

Envisaged End Date

End of June 2027

Hours

40 hours on ramp up - 48 hours per week once project is in full operation

Start and Finish times: (Subject to change at client's request)

Days: 07:00 hours to 18:00 hours / 07:00 hours to 15:00 hours

Nights: 19:00 hours to 06:00 hours / 20:00 hours to 07:00 hours

Days only

Pay

Pre 12 weeks: PAYE £17.67 per hour (28 days accrued leave) / Umbrella £22.73 per hour

Post 12 weeks: PAYE £17.67 per hour (33 days accrued leave) / Umbrella £24.15 per hour

Shift Rotation - 2 weeks of Days / 2 weeks of Nights

Pre 12 weeks: PAYE £20.94 per hour (28 days accrued leave) / Umbrella £27.10 per hour

Post 12 weeks: PAYE £20.94 per hour (33 days accrued leave) / Umbrella £28.61 per hour

An additional retainer of £1.00 per hour on all hours worked will be payable.

This role is inside of IR35 regulations and therefore PAYE or Umbrella Company payment options apply.

Benefits

• PPE provided by Rullion
• Tooling provided by the Client
• On‑site Messroom with kitchen facilities
• Coverall cleaning service available
• Changing facilities with lockers and Showers

Qualifications and Skills required

Time Served Apprenticeship or equivalent with associated technical qualification

NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or Maintenance (Or equivalent general qualification with mechanical inclusion)

Good verbal and written communication skills

Technical and IT Skills

Experience

• Rolling Stock (Experience on locomotives or other rail vehicles)
• Military (REME or other Military Engineering)
• Aerospace
• Automotive vehicles such as HGV's, Buses, Lorries, Electric Vehicles, Automobiles
• Other industries will also be considered (Candidates will be trade tested prior to offer)

Requirements

• You must live within a reasonable travelling distance to our client's facility in Manchester City Centre
• You must have the right to work in the UK and be able to provide proof of technical qualification

Responsibilities

Work as directed by the Overhaul Production Manager, will comply with:

• All depot protection procedures
• Understand and abide to safety notices, rules and regulations and follow safe working practices, HASAW (Health and Safety at Work) and COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health)
• Will adhere to and work within Quality Systems to the current standard

Will be responsible for:

As part of a team, complete or assist in any of the team's activities to ensure work is completed on time to specification and overhaul activities in line with VMI (Vehicle Maintenance Instruction) documentation, including.

• Corrective maintenance (Mechanical)
• Preventative maintenance (Mechanical)
• Component exchange
• General depot duties e.g. Line of Route audits
• General housekeeping / 5s activities
• SAP and SES input (Training dependant)
• Crane driving and lifting equipment where training has been provided & competent
• Mentoring others as and when required
• Work in conjunction with our client's lifesaving rules
• Comply with and enforce our clients Health and Safety policy

Due to working in a safety critical environment, you will be subject to Drugs and Alcohol Testing and will follow strict Health & Safety controls and guidelines.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.