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Join Our Team as a Coupler / Bogie Shop Operative (Electrical)
Are you ready to take your electrical skills to the next level in the rail industry? Elevation Recruitment is excited to offer an excellent opportunity to join our client’s Rail Workshop as a Electrical Assembly Operative. If you’re someone with a keen eye for detail, hands-on experience, and a passion for making sure things run smoothly, we want to hear from you!
Role Overview:
As a Electrical Assembly Operative, you’ll play a crucial part in stripping, building, repairing, and upgrading railway electrical components. Working in close collaboration with a dedicated team, you’ll ensure that all components are built and dispatched to the highest standards, meeting strict customer and industry specifications.
While previous electrical experience is preferred, full training will be provided. The ideal candidate will be reliable, enthusiastic, conscientious, and capable of using initiative and judgment to make decisions and solve problems as they arise.
Key Responsibilities:
- Disassemble and inspect railway electrical components
- Perform basic refitting, rewiring, and crimping operations
- Trial assembly and reassembly of coupler units
- Work with engineering drawings and client specifications
- Adhere to quality and safety standards
Requirements:
- Some electrical experience (full training provided)
- Ability to work to strict safety-critical specifications
- Strong initiative and problem-solving skills
- Flexible and conscientious approach to teamwork and continuous improvement
What You Bring:
- A positive, flexible attitude towards team working and improvement initiatives
- Effective communication skills at all levels within the team
- A problem-solving mindset to handle complex tasks
- Willingness to work out of hours or weekends if necessary to ensure smooth operation
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary: £15-£17 per hour, based on skill level and experience
- Standard working hours: 5 days, 8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday (07:30 – 16:00)
- Full training and development in a thriving, industry-leading workshop environment
If you are ready to take the next step in your career with a company that values safety, quality, and innovation, apply today!
