Main characteristics
- Location
- Heaton Chapel, Manchester
- Company
- Shorterm Group
- Salary
- £25.76 - £27.05/hour Salary increase after 12 weeks
- Employment type
- Contract
- Category
- Engineering
Job summary
Fantastic mechanical engineering opportunity working for a world renowned rolling stock manufacturer, on their new project based at their Longsight depot in Manchester. All relevant mechanical engineering experience considered.Please note this job will require successful candidates to work days for the first 12 weeks and then following this both days and nights on a two week rolling shift. In line with this shift change, contractors will receive a pay rise, rates specified below.
Job title: Heavy Mechanical Technician
Shifts: Monday - Friday (days)
Monday - Thursday (nights)
Hours per week: Average 44 hours
Rates: First 12 weeks £25.76 Umbrella
After 12 weeks £27.05 Umbrella
PAYE rates available
Duration: 8 months+
Start date: ASAP
Industries considered: Rolling Stock, HGV, Plant, Agricultural Engineering, Aviation, Defence RAF, REME, Army, Navy, Marine, Avionics, and Process Engineering
Disciplines considered: Diesel Engine Fitter, Mechanical Engineer, Mechanic, HGV Technician, Aircraft Engineer, Marine Engineer, Maintenance Fitter, and Breakdown Engineer
Company Summary:
They are a global leader in Rolling Stock vehicle manufacturing, service, maintenance and overhaul.
Position Summary
This position will be completing heavy mechanical modifications of Rolling Stock EMU Class 390. You will be expected to complete tasks from written work instruction, including Mechanical strips and refits on components. You will also specifically work on modifications of Heavy Diesel engines. This is a Safety Critical position and is a requirement against the Service Agreement (SA). The position is based on a busy maintenance depot and all applicants would be expected to complete the following:
* Bogie exchanges
* Permanent and Auto couplers exchanges
* Drive shaft repair and/or exchanges
* Axle changes
* Traction motors
* Power pack drop (Engine)
* Compressors
* Mechanical Mods
Qualifications:
NVQ 3 or City & Guilds Level 3 qualification in a Mechanical discipline is a requirement.
Contact Information:
Phone: (phone number removed)
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
Benefits: Salary increase after 12 weeks
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