Job Description

Mechanical Technicians

Location: East Yorkshire
Rate: 21.57 PAYE / 29.00 Umbrella
Hours: Minimum 45 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday, 06:30 - 15:30
Duration: Ongoing Contract

Shorterm Group are recruiting for a number of Mechanical Modifications Technicians to join a major engineering project in East Yorkshire.

Working within a modern rolling stock production facility, you will be involved in the implementation of a suite of modifications on new London Underground vehicles.

Importantly, rolling stock experience is not essential. We are keen to hear from candidates with strong mechanical experience from a wide range of backgrounds, including:

PSV Technicians
HGV Technicians
Bus and Coach Engineers
Automotive Technicians
Plant Fitters
Military Vehicle Technicians
Aviation Engineers
Mechanical Fitters and Assemblers

If you have solid hands-on mechanical experience and relevant qualifications, your application will be considered.

Duties will include:

Carrying out mechanical and interior modifications
Undertaking underframe mechanical work
Recording work via internal IT systems
Carrying out inspections and checks to ensure fleet reliability
Identifying improvements and feeding back to Team Leaders
Diagnosing and rectifying defects

Requirements:

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in a Mechanical or Engineering discipline
Previous mechanical fitting, assembly, maintenance or modification experience

Interview Date: 16/06/2026
Start Date: 29/06/2026

Please note all applicants must be able to pass a Drugs & Alcohol test before being offered a position. This is standard procedure within the rail industry.

Due to the volume of applications, we can only contact candidates deemed suitable for the position. However, we may retain your details and contact you regarding future opportunities.