Mechanical Fitter/Rolling stock in Crewe, Cheshire

Energy Jobline CVL; Crewe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in Rolling Stock manufacturing is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to join the team in Crewe. The role involves the mechanical overhaul of rail bogies and requires candidates with an NVQ level 2 in a Mechanical discipline and extensive knowledge of Mechanical Engineering. This ongoing position offers a competitive hourly rate and the ideal candidate will have experience in train depot operations. Immediate start is available.

Qualifications

• Time served and apprentice trained individuals preferred.
• Experience in Train depot operations is ideal.
• Candidates should be self-motivated and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Mechanical Overhaul of Rail Bogies.
• Perform damage repair and engineering on bogies.
• Undertake components and sub-assemblies overhaul and analysis.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

NVQ level 2 in a Mechanical discipline

Job description

Overview

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Job Details

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 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.

Person Profile / Experience

• 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

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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

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