Login to Apply

Job title: Day Shift Fitter/ Maintainer
Job location: Basingstoke
Pay Rate: £46,946 per year
Shifts: Days, flexible start and finish times
Start date: ASAP
Duration: Permanent

Client Summary:
Working for a global supplier for railway track maintenance and construction. With a broad range of high-quality equipment, cutting-edge technology, and worldwide support, covering virtually all major aspects of track maintenance and construction.

Benefits:
* 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
* Christmas Shutdown
* 5% pension matched

Position Summary:
* Carry out night shift fitter cover on the Mobile Maintenance Train.
* Maximise machine availability.
* To operate the OTM as required.
* To complete maintenance and breakdown repairs as required

Technical Skills:
* Basic knowledge & understanding in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems & ability to work under instruction.
* IT literate including basic knowledge of Microsoft systems.
* Calibration & understanding of rail plant operating systems.
* Risk assessing.
* Role requirements
* Full valid driving licence
* Basic understanding of Health & Safety, relevant to the role
* Written & verbal communication skills
* Competent in current maintenance standards

Key Responsibilities:
* Report any defects found on machine & carry out repairs within required competency level for the role, as directed.
* Undertake maintenance activities in accordance with the Vehicle Maintenance Instruction (VMI)
* Operate machine equipment on site as required by the planned work.
* Offer mechanical support during nightshift operation.

Person Specification:
* A strong mechanical background is required.
* People from HGV / large engine's / rolling stock assembly / REME / automation etc. backgrounds ideal.
* Understanding of engines / hydraulics / pneumatics in plant or heavy good ideal.
* Good attitude and willing to work flexibly.
* NVQ Level 3 (or similar in engineering)
* Current PTS - Highly Desirable

All tools and PPE will be provided.

PLEASE NOTE ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A DRUGS AND ALCOHOL TEST BEFORE BEING OFFERED A POSITION.

For more information about this role and how to apply please send your CV or call on the details below.

Contact information
Adam Jackson
Phone: (phone number removed)
Email: (url removed)