Job Description

Salary

53875.00

Location

Crewe - Gresty Bridge

This is a permanent

,

full time vacancy that will close in 12 days at 23:59 BST.

The vacancy
Fitter

Location:

Crewe

Security Level:

BPSS


Purpose of the Role


To be a driving force in maintaining the safety, reliability, and performance of our rail assets. You'll lead the charge in preventive maintenance, fault diagnosis, and technical support--ensuring our fleet runs smoothly and safely across the network. Your work will directly contribute to the success of our operations and the satisfaction of our customers.


What You'll Be Doing

Maintenance & Engineering Excellence

Deliver high-quality, compliant maintenance of rail assets in line with industry standards. Complete detailed maintenance records and documentation with precision. Execute modifications and repairs using approved instructions and procedures. Provide on-call support and attend out-of-course incidents to offer expert technical advice and repairs.

Safety & Compliance

Champion safety by adhering to all notices, bulletins, rules, and regulations. Maintain exceptional housekeeping standards and safe systems of work. Undertake Designated Person duties when requested.

Systems & Procedures

Operate within the framework of Engineering Procedures including Maximo, MOW, COSHH, and Depot Protection. Embrace and embody our cultural principles: +

Freedom

- Empowered to perform.
+

Helpfulness

- Collaborate and support.
+

Drive

- Be curious, confident, and innovative.

? General & Regulatory Responsibilities

Comply with the Official Secrets Act 1911 & 1989. Follow all company standards, including HSEQ and training requirements. Promote and live the company's values and behaviours. Be flexible--ready to take on reasonable duties aligned with your skills and grade.

Role Dimensions

Budget Responsibility:

Engineering Production Budget (request only)

Team Size:

National Engineering Production Team of up to 75

Employee Base:

~700

Key Relationships

Rail Division Senior Team NTS Colleagues NDA & NDA Group Commercial Customers & Suppliers UK Government Organisations Regulators and External Stakeholders

What You'll Bring

Qualifications

NVQ in a relevant engineering discipline Time-served in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Experience

Hands-on experience with traction and/or rolling stock Familiarity with DRS assets and operations

Knowledge & Skills

Strong understanding of DRS locomotives and rolling stock IT proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, Maximo, GENIUS, TOPS) Effective communicator with a flexible work ethic Organised, time-efficient, and a great listener Problem-solving mindset

Certifications & Training

Driving licence PTS (or willingness to obtain) DP Certificate (or willingness to obtain) Core training: Manual Handling, Fire Safety, Driver Assessment Technical training: Axle Bearing Maintenance, Fleet Competence

Additional Info

Willing and able to travel Work location flexible based on business needs

The company

We are the leading global provider of safe, secure and reliable nuclear transport solutions that make the world safer and more sustainable.


As part of the UK's Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, we support the largest environmental restoration programme in Europe, and we use our specialist transport and logistics expertise to help customers and partners around the world solve their own complex challenges.

Benefits

Attractive

salary

Fantastic

pension scheme

Training and

development

Generous

leave entitlements

Flexible

working

Healthcare

scheme