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Join Our Rail Team in Colchester – Fitter Wanted!

Ready to put your mechanical skills to work on something truly exciting? We’re looking for a Fitter to join our Rail team at the Colchester depot – and this could be your chance to make a real impact!

In this hands‑on role, you’ll be the driving force behind keeping our On‑Track Machinery (OTMs) in top condition. From maintenance to repairs, you’ll ensure our equipment runs smoothly and safely – because when it comes to rail, reliability matters.

• 35‑hour working week + plenty of overtime opportunities
• 13‑week rotating shift pattern (includes weekends and nights – approx. 1 in 5 night shift)
• Company van for work use
• Full training provided, including PTS and all role‑specific courses
• Clear career progression – your future starts here!

• Carrying out maintenance and repairs on OTMs to company standards and deadlines
• Diagnosing faults and delivering effective, first‑time fixes
• Producing clear reports on faults, repairs, maintenance, and incidents
• Ensuring OTMs are reliable and ready for action after servicing

• NVQ Level 3 in mechanics or a similar field
• Ability to work to timescales and deadlines
• Strong awareness of Health & Safety
• Previous plant or vehicle maintenance experience (desirable, but not essential)
• No rail experience? No problem – we’ll provide all the training you need

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

• Smart working, up to 40% remote working where roles allow
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies – 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave; four weeks full pay for paternity/partner leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and more

Balfour Beatty works at the heart of the UK’s rail networks – designing, enhancing and maintaining thousands of miles of the railways that connect communities and underpin growth.

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. We’re committed to welcoming people from all backgrounds and ensuring everyone can thrive.