Exam Technician

Shorterm Group; Wimbledon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an Exam Technician for ongoing contract work in Southwest London. The successful candidate will perform routine examinations and maintenance on Class 701 Electric Multiple Units, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. Candidates should have rolling stock experience and a strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical principles.

Qualifications

• Professional able to work well individually or in a team.
• History of completing safety-critical work.
• Ability to read and follow electrical and pneumatic schematic drawings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine maintenance and fault finding on Class 701 Electric Multiple Units.
• Ensure compliance with H&S legislation and maintain a safe work environment.
• Produce comprehensive reports on fault findings.

Skills

Rolling Stock experience

Ability to undertake detailed fault finding

Knowledge of Electrical & Mechanical Principles

Computer literate

Job description

Overview

Are you a rolling stock engineer looking for your next contract? If so, consider applying for the position below.

Job Title: Exam Technician

Job Location: Southwest London

Shifts: 4 on-4 off, Days and Nights

Hourly Rate: £25.60 PAYE / £33.36 Umbrella

Hours Per Week: 40 hours per week minimum

Duration: Ongoing

Start Date: ASAP

Company Summary: A world-renowned Rolling Stock vehicle manufacturing, service and maintenance company and is the number one provider of rail solutions in the world. This prestigious company is also the largest rolling stock manufacturer and provider in the UK and employs over 70,000 employees in 60 countries worldwide.

Position Summary

You will be responsible for carrying out routine Exam, maintenance, repair and fault finding on Class 701 Electric Multiple Unit. Take overall responsibility of vehicle examinations in line with vehicle maintenance instructions (VMI's). Undertake all types of maintenance examination work to ensure that we provide a safe, reliable, and defect free train. Take responsibility for the safe, efficient and professional workmanship of oneself and others under your control. Undertake 'Designation Person' safety responsibility for applying Depot Protection System and ensure safe systems of work methods are applied.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake technical maintenance to the required standards, and in accordance with all maintenance instructions.
• Responsible for the accuracy and completeness of all maintenance documentation prior to Shift Production Manager (SPM) validation and authorisation.
• Responsible to the Shift Production Manager for the accurate identification of outstanding work at the end of the shift.
• Operation of powered plant, lifting and mechanical handling equipment.
• Ensuring all problems with processes, tooling and documentation are identified within the team and reported to the Shift Production Manager / Facility Management Team.
• Highlighting potential Health and Safety concerns.
• Compliance with all laid down H&S legislation and depot procedures to ensure a safe accident free environment.
• Responsible for keeping the work area clean and tidy and to the highest standards at all times.
• Supporting the SPM regarding delivery of Quality, Waste Reduction, Delivery and H&S targets.
• Produce comprehensive reports on specific fault finding investigations.
• Identify potential improvements and feedback to Engineering.
• Constantly searching for ways to improve processes.
• Responsible for the coaching of staff in good working practices and quality standards. Supporting the Shift Production Manager in the identification of training needs.

Ideal Candidate / Qualifications

• A diligent professional able to work well as an individual or in a team. Rolling Stock experience required.
• History of completing safety critical work.
• Ability to undertake detailed fault finding and analysis by reading and following electrical and pneumatic schematic drawings.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Electrical & Mechanical Principles.
• Computer literate and experience of using a maintenance management system for work recording.
• Hold a full driving licence.

Contact Details

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