Heavy Plant Mechanic/Fitter

3 weeks ago

Horsham, United Kingdom Balfour Beatty UK Full time
About the role
We are looking for a talented Rail/Automotive/Plant mechanic to join our friendly Rail team in Horsham. Our team plays a vital role in providing seasonal treatment to maintain Sussex's railway network running on behalf of Network Rail.
Balfour Beatty operate a fleet of MPV's (Multi Purpose Vehicles) on behalf of Network Rail in the Sussex region.  During the Autumn and Winter seasons, these machines are utilised to prevent the accumulation of leaf material or ice, ensuring the safe and timely operation of passenger trains.
This is an amazing opportunity to apply your knowledge and technical skills in a great place to work. We offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and innovation and access to cutting-edge technology and resources to support your professional growth and development.  
What you'll be doing
Carry out a variety of tasks throughout the summer period based on a 35-hour week (Mon-Fri) ranging from servicing of the On-Track Machines to complete component overhauls including fault finding and repairs.

Ensure compliance with the company’s policies and procedures on SHEQ.

Produce written reports on faults, repairs, maintenance, accidents and incidents.

In the Autumn/Winter period we move into our busy delivery period and you will be a part of a team that provides 24/7 cover during the operational season, providing routine maintenance, fault finding and investigation work. Providing reliable and high-performing fleet to our customer.
Who we're looking for
NVQ L2 in a maintenance or engineering Discipline

Knowledge of heath & safety legislation/risk management

Good interpersonal skills.

Ability to work to maintenance programme timescales.
Why work for us
Our people are our biggest asset and we focus on recruiting, training and developing the people who can apply innovation to deliver the infrastructure of the future. We nurture these talents, offer a great benefits package in addition to a competitive base salary and continually invest in developing the skills of our people at every level. Some of our key benefits are:
An attractive / negotiated salary / Weekly paid

35 core base hours per week

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension savings schemes

A whole host of other BB staff employee bens (discounts, exclusive offers etc)

Refer a friend bonus scheme

Discretionary annual salary reviews

Voluntary benefits such as, life cover, share incentive plan, and additional holiday leave purchase scheme, gym discounts 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

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