Job title:Mechanical Fitter (Raft Fitter)Job location:Burton upon TrentShifts:NightsHours per week:44Hours:Mon - ThursDuration:6 months +Start date: ImmediateClient Summary:Leading manufacturer and front line supplier of powertrain products based in the UK and Ireland. Areas of expertise include Engine Overhaul, final Drive Overhaul and locomotive refurbishmentPosition Summary:Stripping Rafts / building transmissions within the Rail industry.You will be working in teams to breakdown mechanical systems on to locomotive rafts and rebuild. Roles can include:- Engine strip down or strip down of components and rebuild.- Fitting newly re-furbished engines back onto the rafts including all components that service that service and help the running of the engine, radiators, pumps, tanks, pipe work, electrical looms and more.- To have a good understanding of vehicle mechanical interfaces and repairs of vehicle components.- To be able to install / repair hydraulic systems.- Previous engine knowledge would be advantageous.- To overhaul of raft components.- To be able to understand schematic drawings.- To undertake training as and when required.Person Profile/Experience:* A strong mechanical background is required.* People from HGV / large engine's / rolling stock assembly backgrounds ideal.* Understanding of engines / hydraulics / pneumatics in plant or heavy good ideal.* Good attitude and willing to work flexibly (overtime available)Qualifications:* Relevant engineering qualifications but not a necessity for an experienced personContact:
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Shorterm Group
Posted 15 hours ago, valid for 18 days
Burton-On-Trent, Staffordshire DE14 2WE, England
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The job title is Mechanical Fitter (Raft Fitter) located in Burton upon Trent with a night shift schedule of 44 hours per week from Monday to Thursday.
- The position involves stripping and building transmissions within the Rail industry, specifically working on locomotive rafts.
- Candidates should have a strong mechanical background and experience in HGV, large engines, or rolling stock assembly, with a good understanding of engines, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
- An immediate start is available for a duration of 6 months or longer, and while relevant engineering qualifications are preferred, they are not mandatory for experienced applicants.
- Salary details were not provided in the job listing, but candidates should be willing to work flexibly with the possibility of overtime.
