Mechanical Fitter £24.32 per hour

Posted 22 April by Shorterm Group
£19.00 - £24.32 per hour
Stoke-on-Trent , Staffordshire
Permanent, full-time
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Posted by Shorterm Group
Job Title: Mechanical Fitter.
Location: Outskirts of Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire.
Shifts: Rotating mornings and afternoons
Salary: £24.32 per hour (Umbrella) / £19 per hour (PAYE), dependent on experience

Opportunity:
This position offers a long-term contract with the potential for permanent employment in the future for those interested in long-term growth.

Role Overview:
Join our team on a locomotive conversion project where you will be engaged in hands-on mechanical work, including the replacement and modification of mechanical parts such as coolant pipework. This role requires working on alternating shifts, one week in the morning and the next in the afternoon.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

* Prior experience with locomotives is not mandatory, but experience with trains or other vehicles is highly advantageous.
* NVQ Level 3 in a mechanical field is ideal, though relevant experience will also be considered.
* Looking for a candidate who is dedicated to quality, proactive, and able to work independently.
* Must be conscious of safety and comfortable working in a safety-critical setting.
* Candidates from various mechanical backgrounds, especially those with vehicle experience, are encouraged to apply.

Working Hours:
37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with potential for occasional overtime at time and a half. Shifts include an Early shift (06:00 to 14:30) and a Late shift (14:00 to 22:30).

Benefits:
This role is an excellent opportunity for those looking to either begin or advance their career in the Rolling Stock/Rail Industry. You will gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and thriving environment.

Required skills

  • mechanical
  • vehicles

Application questions

Can you drive?
Will you pass a drug and alcohol test?
Do you have vehicle experience?
Do you have an NVQ3 or similar?

Reference: 52515388

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