Mechanical Fitter
| Posting date: | 27 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.50 to £17.00 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 June 2026 |
| Location: | Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE24 8HT |
| Company: | GI Group Main Account |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 2469_1779879791 |
Summary
Mechanical Fitters
Derby
£13.00 - £17.00 per hour + overtime
42 hours per week | Mon-Fri, 07:30-16:30
We're recruiting 2-3 Mechanical Fitters for a well-established engineering business within the rail sector. Due to continued growth and increased workload, they're looking to strengthen their skilled team.
This is a practical, hands-on position working on a variety of mechanical systems and components, primarily rail-related. The role is mainly workshop-based with occasional site work.
Key responsibilities:
- Installation, assembly and alignment of mechanical components and equipment
- Maintenance and repair of rail systems, including work on damaged rolling stock
- Fault finding and completing corrective repairs
- Working with pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, valves and rotating equipment
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical documentation
- Completing job reports and maintenance records accurately
- Working to health & safety procedures at all times
Travel: Occasional travel may be required. When working away, accommodation is provided, along with a £25 per night allowance and access to a company vehicle.
Requirements (essential)- NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering / Mechanical Fitting
- Experience in an industrial, manufacturing or heavy engineering environment
- Strong mechanical knowledge, including hydraulics and pneumatics
- Ability to read and work from technical drawings
- £13.00 - £17.00 per hour depending on experience
- Regular overtime available
- Long-term, stable opportunity with a growing business
- Standard benefits package
- Opportunity to work in a specialist rail engineering environment
Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.
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