Mechanical Fitter / Tram Maintainer – Rolling Stock (Contract Role)
Location: Nottingham Tram Depot, Wilkinson Street, Nottingham
Duration: Ongoing Contract
Start Date: ASAP
Shift Pattern: Days Only – 4 on 4 off – 07:00 / 19:00
About the Opportunity
Rullion is working with a prestigious Rolling Stock and Light Rail client to recruit Mechanical Fitters on a contract position at their Nottingham Tram Depot. This is a fantastic opportunity for skilled professionals with an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering to contribute to the reliability and maintenance of a modern light rail fleet.
Pay Rates (Inside IR35)
PAYE: £20.61/hour + accrued holiday
Umbrella: £26.27/hour (first 12 weeks) £27.56/hour (after 12 weeks)
Role Overview
As a member of the depot’s autonomous maintenance team, you will provide mechanical expertise to support our client’s maintenance and service commitments for their tram fleet.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out servicing, maintenance, repairs, and overhauls on tram stock and associated equipment
- Collaborate with the Production Manager and adhere to depot safety procedures
- Follow health & safety regulations including H&S.A.W. and C.O.S.H.H.
- Maintain compliance with quality systems
- Support team tasks to meet deadlines and quality specifications
- Conduct routine exams and primary fault-finding (within competence level)
- Perform component exchanges and manage store provisioning
Requirements
- Time-served apprenticeship or Level 3 equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering (City & Guilds, SVQ, NVQ)
- Strong Mechanical Engineering background
- Experience working with maintenance procedures, work instructions, or technical documentation
- Background in Rolling Stock, Light Rail, Military Engineering, HGV, or other large transport sectors
Additional Information
This role is subject to Drug & Alcohol testing due to the safety‑critical nature of the work.
PPE will be provided by Rullion.
Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.
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