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Shorterm Group
Posted 9 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 Mechanical Tester position is located in Barton Under Needwood, offering day shifts with a 44-hour workweek, Monday to Thursday from 7 am to 5 pm and Friday from 7 am to 1 pm.
- This long-term contract role has a strong possibility of becoming permanent and requires candidates to have a background in rolling stock, though prior testing experience is not essential.
- The company is a leading manufacturer of powertrain products, specializing in Engine Overhaul, Final Drive Overhaul, and Locomotive Refurbishment.
- Candidates should ideally possess an NVQ Level 3 qualification in a mechanical discipline and have basic computer proficiency for data entry and reporting.
- The salary for this role is competitive, and candidates should have at least some relevant experience in a mechanical or rolling stock environment.
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.
