Balfour Beatty is a leading international infrastructure group with a workforce of approximately 27,000 employees. The company specializes in financing, developing, building, maintaining, and operating complex infrastructure projects that support national economies and local communities. Balfour Beatty is committed to innovation and shaping the future of infrastructure while inspiring talent to drive change and make a lasting impact. Working at Balfour Beatty means contributing to projects that are essential for the growth and prosperity of both urban and rural areas.
Job Title: MPV Fitter (Multi‑Purpose Vehicle)
Location
Horsham & Effingham (depot-based with UK-wide site travel as required)
£44,000 – £55,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Reports to
Engineering Supervisor / Fleet Manager
Job Purpose
The MPV Fitter is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, fault diagnosis and repair of Multi‑Purpose Vehicles (MPVs) and associated on‑track plant to ensure safe, reliable and compliant operation within rail infrastructure environments.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance & Repair
- Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on MPVs in line with maintenance schedules, standards and manufacturer specifications
- Diagnose and rectify mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical faults
- Undertake strip‑down, overhaul and rebuild of vehicle components including engines, transmissions, braking systems and attachments
- Complete safety‑critical inspections and defect rectification prior to vehicles entering service
Safety & Compliance
- Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with:
- Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) requirements
- Maintain compliance with LOLER, PUWER and other relevant legislation
- Accurately complete maintenance records, defect reports and job cards
Operational Support
- Provide technical support to operations teams and drivers
- Assist with commissioning, testing and fault finding during possessions or site work when required
- Support investigations into vehicle failures and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment
- Work effectively as part of a depot and site-based team
- Communicate clearly with supervisors, planners and engineers
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- Minimum Level 3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent (e.g. NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds)
- Time‑served Mechanical Fitter or equivalent experience
- Proven experience maintaining heavy plant, rail vehicles or specialist vehicles
- Strong fault‑finding and diagnostic skills
- Good understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and maintenance manuals
- Full UK driving licence
- Rail industry experience (MPVs, on‑track plant or rolling stock)
- Experience working in possessions, nights and weekend shifts
- Forklift, MEWP or plant competency tickets
Personal Attributes
- Safety‑focused with strong attention to detail
- Flexible approach to working hours and locations
- Proactive, reliable and self‑motivated
- Able to work under pressure and meet operational deadlines
Working Conditions
- Shift work including nights and weekends
- Depot‑based at Horsham or Effingham, with regular site attendance
- Outdoor work in all weather conditions
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