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Mechanical & Electrical Fitter

Freightliner Group Ltd
Leeds
2 weeks ago
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Mechanical & Electrical Fitter page is loaded## Mechanical & Electrical Fitterlocations: Leeds - Midland Roadposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: November 1, 2025 (18 days left to apply)job requisition id: ATR-4433Freightliner is the UK's largest maritime intermodal logistics operator, transporting containers from all major deep-sea ports to our national network of inland terminals, as well as a leading operator in the UK Heavy Haul rail freight market. Freightliner has operations across Europe offering both Intermodal and Heavy Haul rail freight services seamlessly connecting European countries and the UK.In the UK the Freightliner Group operates under a number of legal entities including Freightliner Group Ltd, Freightliner Heavy Haul Ltd, Freightliner Ltd, Pentalver Transport Ltd, and Pentalver Cannock Ltd.Freightliner was recently voted Rail Freight Company of the Year at the 2025 Multimodal Awards.We are a proud WORK180 endorsed employer for women, highlighting the company’s commitment to increased diversity and a supportive work culture for all employees.# Mechanical & Electrical FitterFreightliner Heavy Haul LtdLocation: Leeds VMF****Salary: £47,147 p/aA vacancy has arisen for a multi skilled fitter to undertake the servicing, maintenance and repair of Locomotives at our Leeds Vehicle Maintenance Facility (LVMF).On your first day, we’ll expect you to have:* Commitment to safe working practices* Experience via an apprenticeship or time served* Experience in electrical and / or mechanical maintenance activities* Knowledge of rolling stock would be advantageousWhat your key responsibilities will be:* Adhere to health & safety and local safety policy requirements, and other safety and technical standards.* Ensure Freightliner company engineering standards and procedures are applied and followed.* Maintain, service, fault find and repair locomotives in accordance with approved maintenance plans.* Ensure all relevant paperwork for examinations and repairs is correctly completed to company standards.* Maintaining high standards of housekeeping to ensure a clean and safe environment.Our perks and benefits:Our people are our most important asset. We strive to empower our employees, ensuring they are trained and competent, fit for work, always informed, and completely engaged in our culture that places safety and wellbeing firmly at the heart of everything we do.We are looking for the most committed and reliable individuals who possess the knowledge, skills and experience needed for their roles. In return we can offer considerable career progression, and a rewarding career in an award-winning team alongside: Competitive pay Fantastic final-salary pension scheme after an initial qualifying period Enhanced maternity & paternity pay Access to the company's life assurance scheme* A range of benefits to make your own so you can get the most of your work and home life which will also help save you money and hassle. From reimbursement on health treatments, to savings on new cars.Leeds VMF operates a 24/7 shift roster so a flexible approach to working hours is essential.This post is subject to standard pre-employment checks including employment references, medical & D&A screening and successful DBS background checks.**Apply today!**Our commitment to you, once you join our team, is to foster growth and provide developmental opportunities to ensure you reach your utmost potential.We are looking for the most committed and reliable individuals who possess the knowledge, skills and experience needed for their roles.In return we can offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, a competitive pension scheme and a rewarding career in an award-winning team.Freightliner is an established rail freight provider with businesses in the UK and Continental Europe.Offering customers a wide range of rail freight solutions to cater for the requirements of a diverse market sector, we provide a safe, reliable and cost effective rail freight partnership.At the core of all we do are our employees. Their hard work is fundamental to our success and we are equally committed to their growth and safety.Our commitment to you, once you join our team, is to foster growth and provide developmental opportunities to ensure you reach your utmost potential.We are looking for the most committed and reliable individuals who possess the knowledge, skills and experience needed for their roles.In return we can offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, a fantastic final-salary pension scheme and a rewarding career in an award-winning team.
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