Modification Technician - Rolling Stock

Job Title: Modification Technician
Job Location: Seven Kings, East London
Hourly Pay Rate: £19.97 PAYE / £25.43 Umbrella
Shifts: Mon - Fri Days 08:00 - 20:00
Hours Per Week: 55 hours minimum
Trains: Aventra Class 720
Start Date: ASAP
Industries considered: Rolling Stock, Aviation, HGV, PCV Plant, Agriculture and Armed Forces.

Position Summary:

Working at a live Rail Depot you will be engaged in the implementation of a suite of modifications on Aventra Class 720 Fleet. Take overall responsibility of vehicle in line with vehicle maintenance instructions (VMI's) and Modification instructions. Undertake all types work to ensure that a safe, reliable, and defect free train is provided. Take responsibility for the safe, efficient and professional workmanship of oneself and others under your control. Duties could include the following:

1. Carrying out modifications as per instructions
2. Mechanical Interiors/ Roof & Underframe inspections
3. Recording work via both paperwork and computer (SAP)

Ideal Candidate

A diligent professional able to work well as an individual or in a team. Relevant experience required:

1. History of completing safety critical work
2. Ability to undertake detailed fault finding and analysis by reading and following electrical and pneumatic schematic drawings.
3. Comprehensive knowledge of Mechanical & Electrical Principles
4. Computer literate and experience of using a maintenance management system for work recording.

Qualification required:

Completion of a recognised apprenticeship or a NVQ 2 or above in a relevant field is desirable.

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.