Mechanical Fitter

Job summary

Mechanical Fitter Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter to carry out maintenance, repair, and overhaul work on freight wagons. The role involves detailed mechanical inspection, component replacement, and ensuring all wagons meet safety, quality, and operational standards. Location: Doncaster (first 6 months while training) Then Barton-under-Needwood / Burton area Mileage paid: 30p per mile (claimable during training period) 6-month contract Hours of Work: Monday to Thursday 9¼ hours per day 37 hours per week Pay Rates: Umbrella rate: £25.62 per hour Qualifications: Level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline required for the skilled rate Key Responsibilities Perform routine maintenance, servicing, and overhaul of freight wagons Inspect, repair, and replace components including brakes, suspension, wheelsets, couplings, and underframe parts Carry out full mechanical repairs to a high standard Replace worn components such as brake blocks, bearings, seals, and pipework Conduct brake tests and functional checks Mechanical fitter on engineering components Read and interpret engineering drawings and maintenance documentation Accurately complete job cards and maintenance records Work in compliance with site procedures, safety standards, and industry regulations Experience & Skills Required Mechanical engineering background (rail, HGV, plant, automotive, or similar) Experience working on heavy mechanical equipment or rolling stock (preferred) Competent with hand and power tools Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) preferred Ability to work to maintenance schedules and deadlin Personal Attributes Strong safety awareness and attention to detail Mechanical fitter experience Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently or as part of a team Flexible approach to overtime when required This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term, permanent position with consistent hours and competitive pay following training. About Ford & Stanley Group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing, and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley TalentWise - Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services – permanent and temporary. Ford & Stanley Recruitment - Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions with specialist verticals within Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, General Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics both permanent and contract. Ford & Stanley Executive Search – Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions in the UK, North America, Middle East and Europe. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance - Performance is always accelerated when good people are coached, inspired, trained and focused in the right way. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are that of an employment consultancy business.