Service Assistant

Posted 19 April by Shorterm Group
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£15.19 - £19.20 per hour
Wakefield , West Yorkshire
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Posted by Shorterm Group
JOB TITLE: Service Assistant
JOB LOCATION: Crofton , Wakefield
HOURS PER WEEK: Average 45 hours per week
SHIFTS: Permanent Nights (4 on 4 off)
SHIFT DAYS: Monday to Sunday (flexibility to work weekends)
RATE: £15.19Paye / and or = £19.20 Umbrella Per hour Plus O/T

Company Summary:
Area global leader in Rolling Stock vehicle manufacturing, service and maintenance and is the number one provider of rail solutions in the world. This prestigious company is also the largest rolling stock manufacturer and provider in the UK and employs over 70,000 employees in 60 countries worldwide.

Position Summary:
The role is carrying out Routine Mechanical Maintenance of Rolling Stock DEMU Class 22x, Class 180 and Class 185 Fleets. You will specifically with a focus on mechanical maintenance and component changes.
This position is the key focal point for the safe and reliable running of the fleet.

This position is a fantastic opportunity for someone to develop their skills within the Rail industry. This position will be long term and potentially could turn into something permanent with scope to progress.

It's position is based on a busy maintenance depot and all applicants would be expected to complete the following:

* Work from written instruction (VMI)
* Work from Mechanical Engineering drawings, working to specific measurements
* Replacing mechanical components to correspond to engineering drawings
* Routine fleet checks ensuring that the Fleet are operated safely
* Oil & Filter changes

Person Profile/Experience:
* Open to taking direction, learning new skills and possess a positive 'can-do' attitude.
* Able to work from and interpret written work instruction closely.
* Able to carry out physical aspects as well as the more intricate aspects of the role.
* Flexible and committed team member that works well as part of team.
* Accurate and efficient worker.

Candidates from the following background will be considered:

* RAF, REME, Army, Navy
* Plant Maintenance
* Engineering Services Maintenance
* Rail
* Heavy Mechanical Engineering
* Automotive

Ideal applicants would have had some heavy maintenance experience and previously worked shifts. Ideally would also have a NVQ level 2 in Engineering, although this is not essential.
If you would like to be considered for this vacancy please apply by sending an up to date CV by email to
PLEASE NOTE ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO PASS AN DRUGS AND ALCOHOL TEST AND MEDICAL BEFORE BEING OFFERED A POSITION (this is standard procedure on Rail depots)

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.

Required skills

  • Rail Vehicle Maintenance - Servicing

Reference: 52507771

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