Time Served Mechanical Craftsperson

Randstad Business Support - London; Corby; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A major steel manufacturer is seeking a Mechanical Craft Team Member to assist in the refurbishment of rolling equipment. The ideal candidate has a time served Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship, at least 2 years of experience in a Heavy Industrial environment, and knowledge of mechanical fitting practices. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, conducting inspections, and adhering to health and safety protocols. This role offers a competitive salary, including a 20% shift allowance, and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

35 days holiday per annum

Annual Pay Review

Quarterly Bonus Scheme

Defined contribution pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discount scheme

Opportunities for training and progression

Qualifications

• Time served apprenticeship and NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a Heavy Industrial environment.
• Exceptional experience with mechanical fitting components.

Responsibilities

• Assist in roll stand refurbishment and maintain mill equipment.
• Conduct inspections and rebuild roll stands as needed.
• Work with technical drawings for repairs and replacements.

Skills

Mechanical fitting

Health and Safety knowledge

Good communication skills

Induction heating usage

FLT operation

Overhead crane operation

Education

Time served apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Induction heaters

Mechanical presses

Job description

Are you a time served Mechanical Crafts-person/Engineer?

Do you have experience within a Heavy Industrial environment?

Are you based in or around Corby?

We are supporting TATA Steel with a permanent opportunity for a Mechanical Craft Team Member to join their Corby works. Corby works are undergoing substantial investment and development to drive the organisation's mission of being a sustainable steel provider.

The successful applicant will hold a time served Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship and have experience within a Heavy Industrial environment.

Role:

Mechanical Craft Team Member

Location:

TATA Steel, Weldon Rd, Corby NN17 5UA

Rate:

£33,163 + 20% shift allowance = £39795.60

This rises to £34,308+20% shift allowance (£41,169.60) upon successful completion of probation period

Shifts:

Days, 4 week rotating shift pattern which does include weekend working 3 weekends out of 4. (Rest days included in the week)

Start:

ASAP but pending the successful result of a medical assessment. (This does include a drug and alcohol test)

Responsibilities:

• Mainly assisting in the roll stand refurbishment team, keeping the mill equipment in working order
• Assisting the tooling department with assigned duties
• Stripping down, inspecting and rebuilding roll stands
• Working with technical drawings to replace and/or repair parts, fitting bearings and gears
• Using Induction heaters and presses
• Assisting other teams with moving spares around site
• Adhering to strict Health and Safety protocols and SSOW
• Supporting with improvement initiatives within the department

Essential requirements:

• Time served apprenticeship and NVQ3 (Mechanical Engineering)
• Previous experience (2+ years) within a Heavy Industrial environment
• Exceptional experience with mechanical fitting which includes bearing and gear fitting
• Experience using induction heaters and presses
• The ability to conduct a physically demanding role, with no concerns around working with grease, scale and dust on a daily basis
• UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle
• Ability to be fully flexible and adhere to the shift pattern
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation

Desirable requirements:

• FLT experience (up to 2 tonnes)
• Overhead crane experience (up to 10 tonnes)

Benefits:

• 35 days holidays per annum
• Annual Pay Review
• Quarterly Bonus Scheme - subject to business performance
• One of the UK's leading defined contribution pension schemes (10% employer contribution / 6% employee contribution)
• Employee Assistance Programme for financial, mental and physical support
• Employee discount scheme including discounts with Vodafone and Jaguar Land Rover
• Opportunity for progression into senior positions
• Ability to learn, grow and develop with additional training and funded courses

Does this role sound interesting? Apply today and a member of the team will be in contact if you meet our requirements.

All applicants are subject to vetting checks including: Right to work check, medical check and reference check.

Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.