Job Description

Mechanical Technician
Based in Crewe
£28.38 an hour Umbrella
40 hours per week

Are you looking for the opportunity to work on the maintenance of the brand-new, state of the art, 197 fleet of trains, working for the most complete manufacturer of rail vehicles in the UK market?

Ford & Stanley The Rail Recruitment Experts are recruiting a Technician for a world-class leader in the international market for the design, manufacture, maintenance and supply of equipment and components for railway systems.

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on the brand-new, state of the art 197 fleet of trains conducting 30-day maintenance exams and storage exams.

Location (s):

Crewe Depot, with travel to Telford required using a company vehicle during working hours (approx. 2-3 times per week).

Hours: 40 hours per week (days) Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm (occasional OT may be available on Saturdays)

Role and Responsibilities:

• Carrying out maintenance A and B exams
• Carrying out storage exams
• General maintenance to trains

The Candidate

• Will have heavy maintenance experience
• Will have experience working in a safety critical environment
• Will be a team player with the experience to work independently
• Will be a problem-solver with a logical mindset and the ability to think on their feet

Essentials

• Experience following vehicle maintenance instructions
• NVQ Level 3 minimum qualification (or equivalent) in an Engineering disciplines
• Experience using test and measuring equipment
• Experience using diagnostic software
• Valid and clean UK driver s license

Desirable

• Previous experience within a similar role
• Experience with diesel engines and generator sets.

Likely Job Titles: technician, maintenance, dual skilled technician, mechanical, mechanic, electrical, electric, heavy maintenance, exam technician, exams technician

Ford & Stanley Ltd is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy.