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Job Title: Bench Fitter / Mechanical Fitter
Location: Burton upon Trent
Shift: Days only
Hours: 40 hours per week
Monday to Thursday: 7:00am - 4:00pm
Friday: 7:00am - 1:00pm
Salary: DOE
Duration: Contract role, minimum 6 months + may go permanent.
Start Date: Immediate

Client Overview

Our client is a leading manufacturer and front-line supplier of powertrain products across the UK and Ireland. Their areas of expertise include engine overhaul, final drive overhaul, and locomotive refurbishment within the rail sector.

Role Overview

We are recruiting a Hydraulics Fitter to support ongoing rail projects at the Burton upon Trent site. This is a bench-based role working as part of a team, stripping and rebuilding mechanical and hydraulic systems on locomotive rafts and transmissions.

Key Responsibilities

* Strip down engines, transmissions, and mechanical components for overhaul
* Build and rebuild transmissions and raft assemblies within the rail industry
* Fit refurbished engines back onto locomotive rafts, including all associated components such as radiators, pumps, tanks, pipework, and electrical looms
* Install, repair, and overhaul hydraulic systems
* Overhaul raft components to required standards
* Read and understand schematic and technical drawings
* Work to realistic build and strip timescales
* Undertake training as required
* Mentor trainees or apprentices when applicable
* Ensure waste is disposed of correctly and in line with site procedures

Candidate Profile

* Strong mechanical fitting background is essential
* Good knowledge of hydraulics is ideal
* Benchwork experience preferred
* Backgrounds in HGVs, large engines, rolling stock, plant, or heavy goods are ideal
* Understanding of engines, hydraulics, and pneumatics is highly advantageous

Qualifications

* Relevant engineering qualifications are desirable but not essential for experienced candidates