Job title: Wheel Lathe OperatorJob location: Ilford (East London)Shifts: Mon - Friday Days 06:00 - 17:20 / Nights 18:00 - 07:20 (2 Weeks rotating)Hourly Rate: Days - £20.46 PAYE / £26.02 UmbrellaNights - £27.22 PAYE / £34.82 UmbrellaSaturday - £30.70 PAYE /£39.36 Umbrella (All hours)Sunday - £40.93 PAYE / £52.70 Umbrella (All hours)Hours per week: 42 hours Avg.Duration: On-going contractStart date: ASAPCompany SummaryEurope's largest Rolling Stock vehicle manufacturing, service and maintenance provider. This prestigious company is also the largest rolling stock manufacturer and provider in the UK is looking Experience Engineers to join a well established team at a busy rail depot in East London.Position Summary:* Operation and Maintenance of Wheel lathe including fault finding.* Undertake post tyre turning activities.* Assist external technicians as required.* Ensure that unresolved problems with processes, tooling, and documentation and Lathe performance are promptly reported to co-ordinator.* Carry out work in an efficient safe manner providing a Quality product meeting customer, company and legislative standards.* Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation and depot procedures to ensure a safe and accident free environment.* Maintain and improve working environment in line with housekeeping, 5s policies, TPM policies and continuous improvement plans.* Maintain appropriate departmental records and documentation.* Apply and Maintain LEAN initiativesPerson Profile:You will be a highly self-motivated individual as training to develop will be given to these individuals. Attitude and enthusiasm are key for this role you should be able to follow detailed instructions as an eye for details is key to this role. Following on the job competency based training you will be able to work under your own initiative. The Ideal candidates will possess:* Turner/Machine operator experience* Knowledge of vehicle overhauls and repair activities.* Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications* Ability to meet targetsIdeal applicants would have had some Wheel lathe or CNC Turning/Milling experience on metallic materials. Also due to the nature of the programme candidates must be able to work days & nights which will include working at the weekend.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.
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Shorterm Group
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 2 days
Ilford, Greater London IG6 1DQ
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Wheel Lathe Operator position is based in Ilford, East London, requiring candidates to work rotating shifts from Monday to Friday.
- The hourly rate ranges from £20.46 to £40.93 depending on the shift and payment method, with an average of 42 hours per week.
- Candidates must have experience as a Turner or Machine Operator, ideally with knowledge of wheel lathes or CNC Turning/Milling on metallic materials.
- Applicants should be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to follow instructions, with a focus on health and safety compliance.
- All applicants must pass a drugs and alcohol test as part of the hiring process.
