Job Description:

Mobile Fitter - Rail (Excellent Salary + Progression)
Starting Salary: £41,000 (rising to £45,000 after 2 years)
Package: Company van, tools, fuel card, phone, laptop, PPE
Benefits: Pension + medical plan
Location – M1 Corridor (Derby, Nottingham, Leicester)
Based along the M1 corridor covering Derby, Nottingham and Leicester
Ideal base: Stapleford / surrounding Nottinghamshire–Derbyshire border
Must live within 1 hour

The Opportunity:

We're recruiting for a Mobile Fitter to join a leading UK rail engineering organisation, supporting maintenance on freight vehicles, locomotives, and rolling stock. 

The ideal candidate should come from a heavy mechanical engineering background.

• Vehicle Technician / Automotive Technician
• HGV / LGV Technician
• Plant Fitter / Plant Mechanic
• REME Vehicle Mechanic
• Royal Air Force Mechanical / Aircraft Technician
• Royal Navy Marine Engineer

This role offers a clear development pathway, with structured training and salary progression, making it ideal for engineers looking to enter or grow within the rail industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out scheduled maintenance at approved locations
• Diagnose and repair electrical & mechanical faults
• Perform testing and inspections on rail assets
• Complete maintenance documentation accurately
• Work safely within all procedures and guidelines
• Operate both independently and within a team

Essential:

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in mechanical engineering
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Must pass a DBS
• Must pass a rail medical and drug and alcholhol screening test
• Must be a British citizen

Working Pattern:

• Rolling 6-week rota cycle
• Includes an "As Required" week for additional support
  • Typically worked as 4 x 10-hour shifts during the week

Career Development:

There is genuine long-term progression available, including:

• Fitter → Technician → Team Leader
• Opportunities in:
  • Technical Services
  • Asset Management
  • Training & Development

This employer has a strong track record of developing and promoting engineers internally.

About the Role:

You'll be working within a major UK rail organisation known for investing in its people, offering stability, progression, and long-term career opportunities in a growing industry.

Why Apply?

• Excellent salary with guaranteed progression
• Fully equipped mobile role
• Entry into a high-demand, future-proof sector
• Clear, structured career growth opportunities

Apply Now
If you're an experienced engineer, or looking to break into the rail industry, send your CV today to be considered.  ENG#1