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 8 hours ago, valid for 9 days
Wakefield, West Yorkshire WF4, England
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- A Maintenance Assistant position is available in Crofton, Wakefield, requiring candidates with experience in the automotive, rolling stock, or aerospace industries.
- The role involves performing routine maintenance, repairs, and basic fault finding on the DEMU Class 180 Fleets, and candidates must hold an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification.
- The job offers a shift pattern of 4 on 4 off, with an average of 40 hours per week, and a pay rate of £18.64 per hour PAYE or £22.69 per hour Umbrella.
- Candidates are expected to work independently, adhere to health and safety regulations, and maintain a clean and tidy work environment.
- Applicants must also pass a drugs and alcohol test to be considered for this ongoing contract position starting ASAP.
