Rail Mechanical Fitter — Hands-On Maintenance & Refurbs

Ford & Stanley Talentwise; England; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking a motivated Mechanical Fitter in Rochester to handle the repair and maintenance of rail freight vehicles. This practical role requires strong mechanical skills and the ability to work in physically demanding conditions. The ideal candidate will perform brake testing, fault diagnosis, and scheduled maintenance while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical fitting or related field.
• Understanding of maintenance procedures and safety standards.
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Undertake brake testing and fault diagnosis.
• Record all work accurately as per company requirements.

Skills

Welding

Grinding

Fabricating

Gauging

Brake testing

Fault-finding

Job description

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking a motivated Mechanical Fitter in Rochester to handle the repair and maintenance of rail freight vehicles. This practical role requires strong mechanical skills and the ability to work in physically demanding conditions. The ideal candidate will perform brake testing, fault diagnosis, and scheduled maintenance while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.