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: Westbury area (BA13 4HP) – 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 alcohol 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
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