Mechanical/Electrical Fitter

Overview

Assemble, inspect, and maintain mechanical/electrical systems for rail and power equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• switchboard assembly
• mechanical assembly
• electrical inspection
• safety compliance
• capacity management
• team collaboration

Tasks

-A level of overtime working would be required to assist in the management of peak capacity loadings and customer demands. -Disassemble, inspect, clean, test and reassemble mechanical and electrical assemblies to strict standards -Maintain high standards of safety, documentation, and shop floor efficiency -Collaborate with team leads to ensure quality, delivery, and cost expectations are met -Mechanically assemble switchboards for a major programme

Requirements

• diesel engines
• power packs
• apprenticeship
• communication
• teamwork
• detail-oriented

What You Bring

-Demonstrate a hands-on, proactive approach with strong attention to detail -Bring experience working on diesel engines or electrical systems in a service or MRO environment -Work with diesel power rail power packs -Show good communication and documentation skills in a regulated environment -Be comfortable working independently and as part of a close-knit, goal-focused team -You must demonstrate an ability to be work within a team orientated environment and collaborate across multiple functions. Good interpersonal skills and good communication is essential in addition to working in a systematic and structured manner. -Have completed a recognised mechanical or electrical apprenticeship (or equivalent experience)

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About Rolls-Royce

-Founded in the early 20th century, it began as a pioneer in aero-engine design and has grown into a global engineering powerhouse. -It develops and produces engines and power systems for commercial and military aircraft, naval vessels, submarines, and energy infrastructure. -Headquartered in London, it operates across four core segments—civil aerospace, defence, power systems and emerging markets like nuclear and modular reactors. -It supports iconic programmes—supplying wide-body commercial aircraft engines, submarine nuclear reactors, naval propulsion, and bespoke industrial power units. -Amid a major turnaround since 2023, the company secured a £9 billion UK defence reactor deal.

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