Depot Fitter - Bristol

Location Bristol
Discipline: Rail , Civil Engineering
Job type: Permanent
Salary: ££24000.00 - £26000.00 per annum + 3k On Call Bonus, Quals Development
Contact name: Luke Norton

Contact email: luke.norton@hs2recruitment.com
Job ref: BBBH9723_1657890634
Published: over 1 year ago
Startdate: ASAP
  • £24k - £26k Permanent Role
  • £3k Bonus for being on call.
  • Personal Qualification/Career Development.


This industry renowned rail and engineering group have continued to expanded throughout the UK over the last decade. With capabilities across the civil engineering, rail and infrastructure industries many have become to regard them as partner of choice in the market. One of the main reasons for their reputation is the skills and ability of their exceptionally trained work force. To continue on the growth plan there is now a need to expand the team in South London/South East In order to maintain the quality and standards expected of them there is now a need to recruit a fitter. You can expect excellent training in a supportive and team orientated environment with good career prospects.


Key Responsibilities

  • Equipment Maintenance & Repairs
  • To complete maintenance and repairs as allocated, to the required standard, both within the depot and on customer sites.
  • Instigation of orders for spares.
  • Presentation of Equipment.
  • Any other duties as required, e.g. Operating Plant for Site Services.



Job Description

  • Carry out equipment repairs and servicing in accordance with approved maintenance schedules and to a high standard.
  • To ensure that spares are requested in order to facilitate the speedy repair of equipment.



Knowledge/Background:

  • Good Mechanical Aptitude
  • Manufacturers' Training Courses attended preferable Railway Infrastructure Experience
  • Able to drive or willing to learn
  • Knowledge of 2 or 4 Stroke Engine Diagnostics / Rebuilds / Overhauls



Academic qualifications:

  • Good Basic Education
  • Relevant Mechanical or Electrical Qualification Essential or NVQ