Field-Based Wagon Fitters (Mechanical Backgrounds Considered)
Location: Cambridgeshire (Primarily Peterborough & March, with travel to other sites as required)
Duration: 12-month contract (potential for a permanent role)
Shifts: Rotating weekly
Week 1: Monday to Friday, 9-hour shifts
Week 2: Sunday to Thursday, 9-hour shifts
(Initial training hours may vary but will not include weekends.)
Pay: Approx. £29 per hour (umbrella) / £22.50 per hour (PAYE) + expenses
Hours: 45 per week
The Role
We are seeking mechanically minded candidates to carry out wagon maintenance and examinations across Peterborough, March, and additional sites throughout the UK as required. A drug and alcohol will be required prior to start, this will be in Milton Keynes.
Currently, there are around 30 wagon fitters operating across the UK in different territories. While you will be based in the Cambridgeshire area, travel to other sites will be required when necessary.
Responsibilities:
Reactive and preventative maintenance
Performing wagon examinations (full training provided)
Supporting slinging and lifting operations
Working primarily outdoors
Potential requirement to lodge away once competent
Travel to different sites throughout the UK if required
What We're Looking For
Strong mechanical background (all industries considered)
NVQ Level 3 in a mechanical discipline (preferred)
Full UK driving licence
Experience with wagons or rolling stock is beneficial but not essential - full training provided
Flexibility to work across multiple locations (Peterborough & March as primary bases)
What's in It for You?
Competitive pay
Paid lunches when working away
Lodging benefits (breakfast, lunch, and dinner covered)
Paid door-to-door travel when away from your home depot
Company van and fuel card once competent
Full training in wagon fitting
All workwear provided
If you're interested, apply now or get in touch for more details