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Posted 21 August 2026
Job ref: 260611

Mechanical Fitter

  • Location: Crewe
  • Salary: £18.82 - £25.22/hour + None
  • Contract type Contract
  • Consultant: Charlotte Sumner

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter - Rail Rolling Stock
Location: Crewe
Contract: Long-Term Contract
Hours: Days

We are currently recruiting Mechanical Fitters to join a leading client within the rail rolling stock industry based in Crewe. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term contract with a well-established organisation, offering ongoing work beyond 2026.

The Role
As a Mechanical Fitter, you will be responsible for carrying out mechanical fitting, maintenance, overhaul, and refurbishment work on rail rolling stock. You will be working as part of a skilled team to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Candidate Requirements
We are looking for candidates with:
- NVQ Level 3 in a relevant mechanical discipline (preferred).
- NVQ Level 2 candidates with strong, relevant mechanical experience will also be considered.
- Experience in mechanical fitting, assembly, maintenance, or overhaul.
- Transferable skills from industries such as rail, automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, heavy engineering, defence, plant, or similar sectors are welcomed.
- A strong focus on health and safety, quality, and teamwork.

Working Hours
- Dayshift hours: 07:55 - 16:35 (Friday is a half-day).

If you are a skilled Mechanical Fitter, or have transferable mechanical engineering experience and are looking for a long-term opportunity within the rail industry, wed love to hear from you.