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.
From feasibility studies, planning and design through to implementation and asset management, we provide multi-disciplinary rail infrastructure services across the lifecycle of rail assets. Our expertise covers electrification, track, power, civils, specialist rail plant, railway systems and technologies.
Diversity and inclusion
At Balfour Beatty, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit
We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit:
We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com
About the role
Balfour Beatty has an exciting opportunity for a Heavy Plant Mechanic/Fitter to join our Rail team to work site based at our Kings Norton Depot in Birmingham .
Role Purpose:
- To maintain and repair MPV and modules in-line with Company Policies.
What you'll be doing
As a MPV Fitter (Heavy Plant) you will:
- Ensure compliance with the Company’s Policies and Procedures on SHEQ;
- Ensure that those under your charge and any 3rd parties are observing the Company and Depot Policies regarding SHEQ;
- Ensure regular communication between yourself and your line manager;
- Maintain MPV’s and Modules IAW the NWR issued Technical Publications;
- Be proficient in and carry out the fault finding and subsequent repair of mechanical and electrical systems;
- Be proficient in carrying out as required verbal and written reports on faults, repairs, maintenance, accidents and incidents;
- As part of a team develop initiatives to improve the quality, productivity, reliability and availability of MPV’s and Modules;
- Undergo training and Professional Development as required;
- Carry out any other duties as directed by your Line Management.
Who we're looking for
We are looking for someone with the following personal qualities and experience:
- Served a recognised engineering apprenticeship;
- Successfully completed Dual Trade skills competency assessment for Mechanical/Electrical systems;
- Knowledge of, and experience in, the Rail industry;
- Good resource management and interpersonal skills;
- Undertake road vehicle driving as required;
- Must meet and maintain the appropriate medical standard for the position;
- Knowledge of health & safety legislation/risk management/COSHH awareness;
- PPPC’s as required;
- Stores Knowledge.
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent in an engineering discipline;
- PTS;
- Full UK driving licence.
- Desirable
- DP;
- Forklift;
- FAW;
- Fire warden.
Why work for us
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.
Why join us?
As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:
- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times;- 25 days paid annual leave (pro-rata);- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave;- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more.
About us
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.
From feasibility studies, planning and design through to implementation and asset management, we provide multi-disciplinary rail infrastructure services across the lifecycle of rail assets. Our expertise covers electrification, track, power, civils, specialist rail plant, railway systems and technologies.
Diversity and inclusion
At Balfour Beatty, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit
We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit:
We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident .