Mechanical Fitter

Posted 17 April by Shorterm Group
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£25.76 - £27.05 per hour
Manchester , Lancashire
Contract, full-time

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Posted by Shorterm Group
if you are an NVQ level 3 mechanical engineer and are looking for a new challenge, we want to hear from you!

Job title:
Singled Skilled Team Member

Shifts:
Days and nights, including weekends

Hours per week:
Average 48 hours - up to 54 hours per week

Rates:
First 12 weeks £25.76 Umbrella
After 12 weeks £27.05 Umbrella

Duration:
12 Months+
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

Person Profile/Experience:
No previous rail experience required as we will consider applicants that have worked on any of the following, but you must have Mechanical Maintenance or Diesel Engine experience.

Diesel Engine Fitter, Aviation HVAC, Process Engineering, Production Plants, Mechanic, Automotive - Routine Maintenance on Trucks/ HGV, Defence - Routine Maintenance on Submarines / Ships / Aircraft, EX Forces Mechanical Engineer - Routine Maintenance on Aircraft/ helicopters/ HGV (REME, RAF, Navy)

Qualifications:
NVQ 2 or City & Guilds Level 2 qualification in a Mechanical discipline is a requirement.

Contact Information:
Email:
Phone:

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.

Reference: 52491254

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