Mechanical Fitter

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

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Mechanical Fitter in Crewe. Responsibilities include the mechanical overhaul and repair of rail bogies. The ideal candidate should have a minimum NVQ level 2 in a mechanical discipline and strong knowledge of mechanical engineering. The position offers hourly pay and flexible shifts. Candidates must pass a drugs and alcohol test prior to hiring.

Qualifications

• Time served and apprentice trained with relevant mechanical papers preferred.
• Experience in Vehicle Manufacturing environment considered.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Mechanical Overhaul of Rail Bogies.
• Bogie overhaul, damage repair and engineering.
• Wheel set overhaul and repair.

Skills

Self-motivated

Excellent communication

Mechanical Engineering knowledge

Knowledge of rolling stock systems

Experience in Train depot operations

Education

NVQ level 2 in Mechanical discipline

Job description

Overview

Job title: Mechanical Fitter

Job location: Crewe, Cheshire

Hourly pay rate: £18.25 PAYE / £23.65 Umbrella

Shifts: Mon-Fri 8am-4.30pm (with flexibility to work shifts)

Hours per week: 37

Duration: Ongoing

Start date: ASAP

Industries considered: Rolling Stock, Automotive, Marine, Plant and Aviation, Military, HGV Technicians

Company Summary

A global leader in Rolling Stock vehicle manufacturing, service and maintenance.

Position Summary

Based within the Rolling Stock industry (Trains) we are currently recruiting for Mechanical Engineers to operate out of a Rolling stock depot based in Crewe, to carry out the Mechanical Overhaul of Rail Bogies.

Responsibilities

• Bogie overhaul, damage repair and engineering
• Wheel set overhaul, repair and analysis
• Bogie chassis, damage repair and clean
• Bogie and gearbox engineering / repair
• Wheel exchange on wheel sets
• Bearing, axle and wheel mounting
• Components and sub-assemblies overhaul repair and analysis
• Re-engineering and production of spare parts

To undertake all types of Mechanical, repair and replace on Rolling Stock to ensure that we provide our customer with a reliable, safe and defect free train.

Experience and Skills

• You will be a highly self-motivated individual, able to work under your own initiative.
• You will possess excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
• You will need extensive all-round knowledge of Mechanical Engineering.
• You will ideally have knowledge of modern rolling stock systems.
• You will ideally have experience of Train depot operations.

Qualifications

• Candidates would preferably be time served and apprentice trained with the relevant mechanical papers. A minimum of a NVQ level 2 in a Mechanical discipline is a requirement.
• Will consider people with 18 months or more in a Vehicle Manufacturing environment or similar industry as training can be provided for the right candidates.

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