Job Description
Fitters - All Mechanical Backgrounds Considered
Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
Type: Permanent role
Start Date: Mid to late July
Shifts: 5 days per week - initially Sunday to Thursday, moving to a rotating shift pattern (every other Sunday)
Hours: 9-hour shifts / 45 hours per week
Pay: £18 per hour / £42,120 per annum
The Role
We're seeking mechanically skilled individuals to carry out wagon maintenance and examinations in Peterborough, March, and surrounding areas. This is a field-based role working in pairs, mainly covering the Midlands and Southeast, with a focus on the Peterborough region.
What to Expect
* You will start in Peterborough for competency training, then rotate with existing staff.
* A drug and alcohol test is required following a successful interview.
* You will attend a paid PTS (Personal Track Safety) course in your first week.
* Once training is complete, you'll receive a company van and begin fieldwork with your assigned partner (this may take a few months).
Key Responsibilities
* Carrying out both reactive and preventative maintenance
* Conducting wagon examinations (full training provided)
* Supporting with slinging and lifting tasks
* Working outdoors in all weather conditions
* Occasional lodging when required (once competent)
What We're Looking For
* Solid mechanical background - all industries considered
* NVQ Level 3 in a mechanical discipline (but not essential)
* Full UK driving licence
* Experience with wagons or rolling stock is beneficial but not essential
* Comfortable with travel - primary bases are Peterborough and March
* Willing to work outdoors and attend breakdowns off-site
* Open to occasional overnight stays
What's in It for You?
* £18 per hour / £42,120 annual salary
* Expenses and paid lunches when working away
* Lodging benefits (meals included)
* Door-to-door travel paid when working off-site
* Company van and fuel card (post-competency)
* Full training in wagon maintenance and examination
If interested, apply now or contact us for more information.
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