Wheel Lathe Technician - Rolling Stock Maintenance

Hitachi Rail; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major rail engineering company in Bristol is seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated Wheel Lathe Technician. This role involves maintaining and repairing rolling stock, operating the wheel lathe, and ensuring compliance with specifications. Candidates should have sound mechanical knowledge, communication skills, and teamwork capabilities. The position offers a competitive salary along with shift allowances and various perks, including private medical insurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Sound mechanical knowledge for maintenance and repair tasks.
• Effective communication skills for teamwork and operational compliance.
• Ability to operate the wheel lathe within specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair on Hitachi rolling stock.
• Operate the wheel lathe to specifications.
• Ensure compliance with operational specifications.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

A major rail engineering company in Bristol is seeking a Wheel Lathe Technician who is enthusiastic and self-motivated. This role involves maintenance and repair on Hitachi rolling stock, operating the wheel lathe, and ensuring compliance with operational specifications. Candidates should possess sound mechanical knowledge, communication skills, and teamwork capabilities. The position offers a competitive salary, shift allowance, and various perks including private medical insurance and a pension scheme.