Overview
Fitter (Depot Based) Crewe – Crewe – Gresty Bridge
Fitter
Location: Crewe
Security Level: BPSS
Purpose of the Role
To be a driving force in maintaining the safety, reliability, and performance of our rail assets. You’ll lead the charge in preventive maintenance, fault diagnosis, and technical support—ensuring our fleet runs smoothly and safely across the network. Your work will directly contribute to the success of our operations and the satisfaction of our customers.
What You’ll Be Doing
Maintenance & Engineering Excellence
- Deliver high-quality, compliant maintenance of rail assets in line with industry standards.
- Complete detailed maintenance records and documentation with precision.
- Execute modifications and repairs using approved instructions and procedures.
- Provide on-call support and attend out-of-course incidents to offer expert technical advice and repairs.
Safety & Compliance
- Champion safety by adhering to all notices, bulletins, rules, and regulations.
- Maintain exceptional housekeeping standards and safe systems of work.
- Undertake Designated Person duties when requested.
Systems & Procedures
- Operate within the framework of Engineering Procedures including Maximo, MOW, COSHH, and Depot Protection.
- Embrace and embody our cultural principles:
- Freedom – Empowered to perform.
- Helpfulness – Collaborate and support.
- Drive – Be curious, confident, and innovative.
️ General & Regulatory Responsibilities
- Comply with the Official Secrets Act 1911 & 1989.
- Follow all company standards, including HSEQ and training requirements.
- Promote and live the company’s values and behaviours.
- Be flexible—ready to take on reasonable duties aligned with your skills and grade.
Role Dimensions
- Budget Responsibility: Engineering Production Budget (request only)
- Team Size: National Engineering Production Team of up to 75
- Employee Base: ~700
Key Relationships
- Rail Division Senior Team
- NTS Colleagues
- NDA & NDA Group
- Commercial Customers & Suppliers
- UK Government Organisations
- Regulators and External Stakeholders
What You’ll Bring
Qualifications
- NVQ in a relevant engineering discipline
- Time-served in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
Experience
- Hands-on experience with traction and/or rolling stock
- Familiarity with DRS assets and operations
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong understanding of DRS locomotives and rolling stock
- IT proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, Maximo, GENIUS, TOPS)
- Effective communicator with a flexible work ethic
- Organised, time-efficient, and a great listener
- Problem-solving mindset
Certifications & Training
- Driving licence
- PTS (or willingness to obtain)
- DP Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
- Core training: Manual Handling, Fire Safety, Driver Assessment
- Technical training: Axle Bearing Maintenance, Fleet Competence
Additional Info
- Willing and able to travel
- Work location flexible based on business needs
The company
We are the leading global provider of safe, secure and reliable nuclear transport solutions that make the world safer and more sustainable.
As part of the UK’s Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, we support the largest environmental restoration programme in Europe, and we use our specialist transport and logistics expertise to help customers and partners around the world solve their own complex challenges.
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