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Mechanical/Electrical Fitter

Rolls-Royce Power Systems AG
Winsford
4 days ago
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Job Description

At Rolls‑Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.


As a Mechanical/Electrical Fitter, you’ll play a key part in delivering essential maintenance and repair services across our Rail, Switchboard manufacture and diesel‑powered generation systems. You’ll benefit from being part of a supportive team, hands‑on training, and opportunities to broaden your skill set across electrical and mechanical disciplines.


Responsibilities

  • Mechanically assemble switchboards for a major programme
  • Disassemble, inspect, clean, test and reassemble mechanical and electrical assemblies to strict standards
  • Work with diesel power rail power packs
  • Collaborate with team leads to ensure quality, delivery, and cost expectations are met
  • Maintain high standards of safety, documentation, and shop floor efficiency

Position Qualifications

  • Have completed a recognised mechanical or electrical apprenticeship (or equivalent experience)
  • Bring experience working on diesel engines or electrical systems in a service or MRO environment
  • Be comfortable working independently and as part of a close‑knitted, goal‑focused team
  • Show good communication and documentation skills in a regulated environment
  • Demonstrate a hands‑on, proactive approach with strong attention to detail

Preferred Requirements

  • Demonstrate the ability to work within a team‑oriented environment and collaborate across multiple functions; good interpersonal skills and good communication are essential in addition to working in a systematic and structured manner.
  • A level of overtime working would be required to assist in the management of peak capacity loadings and customer demands.

Contract Type

Permanent


Location

Winsford


Employment Type

Full‑time, Onsite


Seniority Level

Entry level


Job Function

Management and Manufacturing


Industries

Machinery Manufacturing


Power Systems is the Rolls‑Royce business which provides world‑class power solutions and complete life‑cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalisation and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.


We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These technologically advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.


Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi‑year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls‑Royce into a high‑performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.


Rolls‑Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non‑discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.


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