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Fitter

Job details
Posting date: 02 February 2026
Salary: £17 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 04 March 2026
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Concept Recruitment Group
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: Fitter S25

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Summary

Fitter

Location: Sheffield (with travel to London, Birmingham, Milton Keynes & occasionally Scotland)
Contract: Temporary
Salary: £17 per hour
Industry: Rail / Depot Maintenance

Job Overview

Concept Recruitment is recruiting for a Fitter to assist the Site Engineer in the maintenance and upkeep of depot equipment used across multiple rail sites. This is a hands-on, mechanical role with some basic electrical work, involving travel to key locations. Ideal candidates will have mechanical experience, a strong safety mindset, and be happy to work across different sites.

Key Responsibilities

Carriage Wash Systems (Depot equipment for washing trains):

Replace gearboxes, motors, bearings, couplings, and pumps
Repair and maintain pipework
Re-brush machines on site and carry out setup works at the Sheffield base
Perform monthly maintenance visits

Controlled Emission Toilets (Depot equipment for emptying train toilets):

Conduct monthly maintenance visits
Clear blockages and service pumps
Repair/install pipework, valves, sensors, and related components

General Duties:

Basic electrical tasks, including wiring gearboxes, replacing switches, and simple fault finding
Adhere to all safety procedures; all PPE supplied
Travel between sites as required

Key Skills & Requirements

Proven mechanical experience in maintenance or engineering
Basic electrical knowledge
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Comfortable with travel across multiple sites
Good communication skills
Commitment to safety and following procedures

What’s on Offer

Temporary employment
£17 per hour
Hands-on experience with rail depot equipment
Opportunity to work across multiple locations and gain diverse maintenance experience
All required PPE supplied

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