Mechanical Tester
Shorterm Group
Posted 11 hours ago, valid for 13 days
Burton-On-Trent, Staffordshire DE14 2PZ, England

£17 per hour
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The job title is Mechanical Tester located in Barton Under Needwood, offering day shifts of 44 hours per week from Monday to Friday.
- The role involves testing and validating Rail Engines, Transmissions, Powerpacks, and Cooler Groups, with a preference for candidates with rolling stock experience.
- Candidates should have a basic understanding of computers for data entry, and an NVQ Level 3 qualification in a mechanical discipline is ideal but not mandatory.
- The position is a long-term contract with a strong possibility of becoming permanent, with an immediate start date.
- Applicants must be able to pass a drugs and alcohol test and prior testing experience is not essential, as mechanical fitters with relevant skills will be considered.
Location: Barton Under Needwood
Shifts: Days only
Hours: 44 hours per week
Monday to Thursday: 7 am - 5 pm
Friday: 7 am - 1 pm
Duration: Long-term contract with a strong possibility of a permanent position.
Start Date: Immediate
Industry Background: Rolling stock experience preferred.
Company Overview:
A leading manufacturer and front-line supplier of powertrain products across the UK and Ireland, specializing in Engine Overhaul, Final Drive Overhaul, and Locomotive Refurbishment.
Role Overview:
This role involves the testing and validation of Rail Engines, Transmissions, Powerpacks, and Cooler Groups. A rolling stock background is required, along with a basic understanding of computers for data entry and reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
Install components into test cells and conduct production power product testing following work instructions.
Ensure products meet the required testing standards.
Accurately record and maintain test data for full traceability.
Keep all documentation up to date and properly recorded.
Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical faults.
Collaborate with production teams to resolve technical issues.
Work effectively as part of a team.
Collect failure data and provide feedback to Engineering.
Candidate Requirements:
Background in rolling stock - prior testing experience is not essential; mechanical fitters with relevant skills will be considered.
Basic computer proficiency - ability to upload test reports.
Ideally, an NVQ Level 3 qualification in a mechanical discipline.
Contact information:
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PLEASE NOTE ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO PASS AN DRUGS AND ALCOHOL TEST 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.