Rail Wagon Fitter – Hands-On Training & Career Growth

DB Cargo (UK) Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

EV charging at selected sites

Health Cash Plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Annual pay reviews

Defined Contribution pension up to 10%

Job summary

DB Cargo (UK) Limited in Stoke is recruiting a Mechanical Fitter to join our Wagons team. This hands-on role focuses on maintaining, repairing and overhauling rail freight wagons, with full training provided and no prior rail experience required.

You will work Tuesday to Friday, 07:30–16:30 with overtime opportunities, starting salary £25,914 rising to £28,842 once competency is achieved, typically within six months.

Qualifications

• Mechanical maintenance or fitting.
• Mechanical assembly.
• Vehicle, HGV or plant maintenance.
• Manufacturing or production engineering.
• Using hand and air tools.
• Fabrication or grinding.
• Level 2/3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Rail experience isn't essential; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out maintenance, repair and overhaul work on freight wagons.
• Assisting with fault finding and mechanical repairs.
• Completing planned maintenance and inspections.
• Working underneath wagons and bogies to carry out inspections and repairs.
• Replacing mechanical components using hand and air tools.
• Supporting brake testing, grinding and fabrication activities when required.
• Completing maintenance records and work documentation accurately.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and safety within the workshop.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Mechanical assembly

Vehicle maintenance

Manufacturing or production

Hand tools

Air tools

Education

Level 2/3 Mechanical Engineering qualification

Tools

Hand tools

Air tools

Job description

DB Cargo (UK) Limited in Stoke is recruiting a Mechanical Fitter to join our Wagons team. This hands-on role focuses on maintaining, repairing and overhauling rail freight wagons, with full training provided and no prior rail experience required.

You will work Tuesday to Friday, 07:30–16:30 with overtime opportunities, starting salary £25,914 rising to £28,842 once competency is achieved, typically within six months.