RRV Plant Fitter
Location: Newark + National Travel
Salary: £40,572.50 - £47,157 basic salary (DOE) plus overtime opportunities, company vehicle/fuel card and company benefits
Contract Type: Permanent
Maintain. Operate. Keep the railway moving safely.
At Ground Control, we play a vital role in supporting safe and efficient rail operations. We’re looking for an experienced RRV Plant Fitter to take ownership of On-Track Plant (OTP), ensuring equipment is maintained, operated safely, and performing at its best.
What you’ll do:
Operate, maintain, and service On-Track Plant (OTP) in line with machine schedules
Carry out fault finding and repairs on mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and electronic systems
Ensure OTP and trackside plant under your responsibility are safe and fully operational
Follow all legislation, Railway Group Standards, Network Rail Standards, and M&EE Codes of Practice
Work in compliance with company policies on Health & Safety, Quality, and Environment
Understand and follow standards and instructions set by your line manager (Plant Manager)
What we’re looking for:
Essential
Experience maintaining and repairing heavy plant equipment, including OTP/RRV
Proficiency in mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and electronic fault finding and repair
Strong safety awareness with a proactive, safety-first approach
Ability to work independently and take ownership of plant performance
Rail industry experience or relevant certifications
Benefits
Competitive salary – aligned with your skills and experience
Pension scheme – helping you plan for the future
Recognition schemes – celebrating and rewarding great work
Private GP service – fast, convenient access to medical support
Life insurance – providing added peace of mind
Subsidised gym membership – supporting your health and wellbeing
Holiday buy scheme – purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave
Benefits;
Competitive salary - aligned with your skills and experience
Pension scheme - helping you plan for the future
Recognition schemes - celebrating and rewarding great work
Private GP service - fast, convenient access to medical support
Life insurance - providing added peace of mind
Subsidised gym membership - supporting your health and wellbeing
Holiday buy scheme - purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave
Equal Opportunities Statement
At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act 2010.
We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and across all stages of employment, including training, development, promotion, pay, and termination. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and employees, and to creating a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation.
We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity, respect, and inclusion. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training, inclusive policies, and accountability at all levels.
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