Job location: Crofton, WakefieldJob title: Maintenance AssistantShift Pattern: 4on 4off days and nightsHours per week: 40 hours averagePay Rate (per hour): £18.64 PAYE/£22.69 UmbrellaDuration: Ongoing contractStart date: ASAPIndustries considered: Automotive, Rolling Stock, Aerospace.Disciplines considered: Mechanically biased, HGV Technician, Ex Forces Mechanical Technician -Tanks/Excavator, Heavy Plant Technician - JCB/HGV/TRAINSClient Summary:My client based in Crofton requires Maintenance Assistants. The role is within the Rail Industry so will require candidates from a similar background.Position Summary:Working under their own initiative, to carry out routine maintenance, repair and basic fault finding work on the DEMU Class 180 Fleets.Job Profile - Safety Critical / Safety Related:* Routine rail vehicle maintenance as per laid down Vehicle Maintenance Instruction (VMI)* Assist Technicians as required.* Where trained and competent Tyre Turn on the Wheel Lathe in accordance with laid down specifications.* Operation of powered plant, lifting and mechanical handling equipment.* Where trained and competent move vehicles around the site.* Operation of Battery Charging/Shore Supply equipment.* Maintenance of plant.* Drive road vehicles as required.* Compliance with all laid down H&S legislation and depot procedures to ensure a safe accident free environment. Responsible for keeping the work area clean and tidy and to the highest standard at all times.* Required to continually look at opportunities to adopt and develop continuous improvement techniquesAdditional Tasks May Include:* Bogie exchange* Calliper changes* Axle changes* Traction motors* Carden shafts* Power pack drop (Engine)* Compressors* Air dryers* Fuel tanks* Excitations [PIMS]* Permanent and Auto couplers* TPCU* Cab changes* Full door changes* Seats* Floor renewal* Toilet tank exchange (Alongside TBM)* Fresh water tanks* Mechanical Mods* Sander Mods* Following technical drawing, followed up with testing* Various maintenance visits such as compressor oil changes, air dryer pressurevalve, final drive oil sampling and changes and brake pad checks andchangesEducation level -* NVQ Level 3 or equivalent is a must.Contact InformationEmail: Phone: PLEASE NOTE ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A DRUGS AND ALCOHOL TEST BEFORE BEING OFFERED A POSITION. 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. Please note the above job specification could be subject to change as agreed with our client.
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Shorterm Group
Posted 13 days ago, valid for 12 days
Wakefield, West Yorkshire WF4, England
£22,000 - £26,400 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Maintenance Assistant position is located in Crofton, Wakefield, and involves routine maintenance and repair work on DEMU Class 180 Fleets in the rail industry.
- Candidates are required to have at least NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and experience in mechanically biased roles such as HGV Technician or similar.
- The role operates on a 4on 4off shift pattern, averaging 40 hours per week, with a pay rate of £18.64 per hour PAYE or £22.69 Umbrella.
- Responsibilities include conducting safety-critical maintenance, assisting technicians, and ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation.
- The start date is ASAP, and applicants must pass a drugs and alcohol test before being offered the position.
