Maintenance Assistant

Shorterm Group; Leeds; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Rail Industry is seeking a Maintenance Assistant based in Crofton. The position involves performing routine maintenance and repairs on the DEMU Class 180 Fleets. Ideal candidates will possess NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and will be able to work in compliance with health and safety regulations. Join a dynamic team in a rewarding role with ongoing training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• Experience in the Rail Industry preferred.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and maintain a clean work environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine maintenance and repairs on DEMU Class 180 Fleet.
• Assist Technicians and perform safety-related tasks.
• Comply with health and safety standards and continuously improve processes.

Skills

Routine maintenance

Repair skills

Basic fault finding

H&S compliance

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Job location: Crofton, Wakefield
Job title: Maintenance Assistant
Shift Pattern: 4on 4off days and nights
Hours per week: 40 hours average
Pay Rate (per hour): £19.39 PAYE/£25.18 Umbrella

Duration: Ongoing contract
Start date: ASAP
Industries considered: Automotive, Rolling Stock, Aerospace.
Disciplines considered: Mechanically biased, HGV Technician, Ex Forces Mechanical Technician -
Tanks/Excavator, Heavy Plant Technician - JCB/HGV/TRAINS

Client Summary:
My client based in Crofton requires Maintenance Assistants. The role is within the Rail Industry so will require candidates from a similar background.

Position Summary:
Working under their own initiative, to carry out routine maintenance, repair and basic fault finding work on the DEMU Class 180 Fleets.

Job Profile - Safety Critical / Safety Related:
* Routine rail vehicle maintenance as per laid down Vehicle Maintenance Instruction (VMI)
* Assist Technicians as required.
* Where trained and competent Tyre Turn on the Wheel Lathe in accordance with laid down specifications.
* Operation of powered plant, lifting and mechanical handling equipment.
* Where trained and competent move vehicles around the site.
* Operation of Battery Charging/Shore Supply equipment.
* Maintenance of plant.
* Drive road vehicles as required.
* 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 standard at all times.
* Required to continually look at opportunities to adopt and develop continuous improvement techniques

Additional Tasks May Include:
* Bogie exchange
* Calliper changes
* Axle changes
* Traction motors
* Carden shafts
* Power pack drop (Engine)
* Compressors
* Air dryers
* Fuel tanks
* Excitations [PIMS]
* Permanent and Auto couplers
* TPCU
* Cab changes
* Full door changes
* Seats
* Floor renewal
* Toilet tank exchange (Alongside TBM)
* Fresh water tanks
* Mechanical Mods
* Sander Mods
* Following technical drawing, followed up with testing
* Various maintenance visits such as compressor oil changes, air dryer pressure
valve, final drive oil sampling and changes and brake pad checks and
changes

Education level -
* NVQ Level 3 or equivalent is a must.

Contact Information
Email: (url removed)
Phone: (phone number removed)

PLEASE NOTE ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A DRUGS AND ALCOHOL TEST BEFORE BEING OFFERED A POSITION.

Please note due to the volume of applications, we can only commit to contact those candidates we deem suitable for the position. However, we may retain your details and contact you in the future should suitable positions arise.

Please note the above job specification could be subject to change as agreed with our client

Job Info

Job Title:

Maintenance Assistant

Company:

Location:

Leeds, West Yorkshire

Posted:

Jul 3rd 2025

Closes:

Aug 3rd 2025

Sector:

Contract:

Contract

Hours:

Full Time

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