Electrical Fitter​/Technician

Job title:

Electrical Fitter/Technician
Job Type: Temporary Contract
IR35 Status:
Inside IR35

Start date:

Immediate
Duration: 12 month contract | Potential for extension
Pay rate:
Competitive

Location:

Derby, Derbyshire
Hours of work:
Full Time - 40.00 per week
Working Arrangements: 4 on, 4 off shift patterns covering rotational days and nights

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Fitter / Technician to join a dynamic team maintaining and servicing modern rolling stock. This is a hands‑on, high‑level technical role with a strong electrical bias, requiring advanced diagnostic skills and leadership capability. You'll play a key part in ensuring the reliability and safety of cutting‑edge rail assets, working in a fast‑paced environment where precision and professionalism are paramount.

• Interpret electrical schematics and traction/rolling stock drawings.
• Perform complex fault‑finding, diagnostics, and repairs on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ensure compliance with operational specifications using engineering processes.
• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance activities.
• Identify and rectify defects, propose corrective actions for repeat issues.
• Respond to in‑service failures and provide technical assistance.
• Maintain accurate records in SAP for all work completed.

• Electrically biased technician with proven experience in rolling stock or similar heavy engineering environments.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and compliance standards.

• HNC or served apprenticeship in electrical/mechanical engineering OR NVQ Level 3 in an engineering discipline.

• IT skills (Word, Excel), AC depot isolation competence, driving licence.

• Work on state‑of‑the‑art rail technology.
• Competitive hourly rates and long‑term contract stability.
• Opportunity to develop and progress within a leading rail environment.

Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We cannot provide VISA sponsorship.

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