Heavy Mechanical Technician - Rolling Stock

Posted 03/05/2024 by Shorterm Group

Location:
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Salary/Rate:
£25.76 - £27.05/hour Salary increase after 12 weeks
Fantastic mechanical engineering opportunity working for a world renowned rolling stock manufacturer, on their project based at their Longsight depot in Manchester. All relevant mechanical engineering experience considered.

Job title: Heavy Mechanical Technician
Shifts: Monday - Friday (days)
Monday - Thursday (nights)
Hours per week: Average 44 hours
Rates: First 12 weeks £25.76 Umbrella
After 12 weeks £27.05 Umbrella
PAYE rates available
Start date: ASAP

Industries considered: Rolling Stock, HGV, Plant, Agricultural Engineering, Aviation, Defence RAF, REME, Army, Navy, Marine, Avionics, and Process Engineering

Disciplines considered: Diesel Engine Fitter, Mechanical Engineer, Mechanic, HGV Technician, Aircraft Engineer, Marine Engineer, Maintenance Fitter, and Breakdown Engineer

Company Summary:
They are a global leader in Rolling Stock vehicle manufacturing, service, maintenance and overhaul.

Position Summary
This position will be completing heavy mechanical modifications of Rolling Stock EMU Class 390. You will be expected to complete tasks from written work instruction, including Mechanical strips and refits on components. You will also specifically work on modifications of Heavy Diesel engines. This is a Safety Critical position and is a requirement against the Service Agreement (SA). The position is based on a busy maintenance depot and all applicants would be expected to complete the following:
* Bogie exchanges
* Permanent and Auto couplers exchanges
* Drive shaft repair and/or exchanges
* Axle changes
* Traction motors
* Power pack drop (Engine)
* Compressors
* Mechanical Mods

Qualifications:
NVQ 3 or City & Guilds Level 3 qualification in a Mechanical discipline is a requirement.

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.
Type:
Contract
Start Date:
6 months+
Contract Length:
On-going
Job Reference:
Fitter Manc-03.05.24_1714742551
Job ID:
221592559

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