Job Title: Mechanical Fitter – Rolling Stock

Location: Cheshire, North West

Interviews/Start date: October 2019

Wanted! We have an urgent requirement for experienced Mechanical Fitter to carry out rolling stock overhauls and refurbishments for a world leading specialist in train maintenance.

THE COMPANY

This is an opportunity to work for a successful company which specializes in train servicing, maintenance and overhaul, providing large maintenance facilities. The company is part of a large multi-national with a workforce of over 50,000 employees. The company is a recognized leader in the rail sector who has operations across three rail franchises within the UK and has an ever-growing presence within the industry. Our client has secured multiple long running projects which will increase your chances to develop your experience. If you enjoy working in a hands-on engineering environment where your hard work and success really gets noted, then apply now.

THE CANDIDATE

Our client requires a highly experienced rolling stock Mechanical Fitter who can perform heavy overhauls on a fleet of trains which are due to be released into public service after their refresh. This will be ideal for you if you are available to start immediately and have proven experience in a safety critical engineering environment. Mechanical Fitter with a background in the following industries will be preferred: rolling stock, aerospace, aviation, Forces, defense, automotive, heavy plant machinery or on-track machinery.

THE ROLE

As a Mechanical Fitter, you will be entrusted to carry out overhauls and refurbishment of a fleet of trains. You will be working on bogies, trollies, wheels and brake sets along with other external components to client’s high standards to meet the demands of the public once back in service. You will be a Mechanical Fitter with experience working on refurbishment, maintenance or overhauls of heavy mechanical equipment.

REQUIREMENTS

To be considered for this role you will have a Mechanical Fitter background ideally from Rolling Stock, Aerospace, Automotive or a similar engineering role. You must hold a minimum of a Level 3 NVQ / C&G or full Apprenticeship certificate in engineering and must be able to attend a medical and can commence work immediately or within a week’s notice. Mechanical Fitter with a background in REME or RAF will also be considered.

Salary: £17 per hour

Variety of shifts available

If you’re interested in the Mechanical Fitter position, press “APPLY” or send your CV to <email address removed>

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