TXM Recruit are recruiting for a team of 2 rolling stock exam technicians working for one of the leading train manufacturers/maintenance train companies in the UK.

We are looking for individuals from a rolling stock, REME and Aircraft (Avionics) background who hold advanced experience within the field of mechanical or Electrical engineering.

2 x Rolling Stock Exam Technicians

Hourly rate: Competitive (Inside IR35)

Location: Manchester

Qualification: NVQ Level 3 in mechanical or electrical engineering

Shifts : 24/7 Operation therefore must be flexible to work earlies, Days/Nights and weekends)

Hours: Average of 50 Hours a week

Start date: ASAP

Position Summary:

Carry out maintenance of diesel multiple units to recognised standards and laid down procedures whilst playing an active role.  To carry out duties to ensure that the reliability and availability targets are consistently met and improved.

Responsible for carrying out routine maintenance, repair and fault finding on Rolling stock. Take overall responsibility of vehicle examinations in line with vehicle maintenance instructions (VMI’s). Undertake all types of maintenance examination work to ensure that we provide a safe, reliable, and defect free train. Take responsibility for the safe, efficient, and professional workmanship of oneself and others under your control. Undertake ‘Designate Person’ and ‘Nominated Person’ safety responsibility for applying Depot Protection System and ensure safe systems of work methods are applied.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake technical maintenance to the required standards, and in accordance with all maintenance instructions.
• Responsible for the accuracy and completeness of all maintenance documentation prior to Shift Production Manager (SPM) validation and authorisation.
• Responsible to the Shift Production Manager for the accurate identification of outstanding work at the end of the shift.
• Operation of powered plant, lifting and mechanical handling equipment.
• Ensuring all problems with processes, tooling and documentation are identified within the team is reported to the Shift Production Manager / Facility Management Team
• Highlighting potential Health and Safety concerns
• 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 standards at all times.
• Supporting the SPM regarding delivery of Quality, Waste Reduction, Delivery and H&S targets
• Produce comprehensive reports on specific fault finding investigations
• Identify potential improvements and feedback to Engineering
• Constantly searching for ways to improve processes
• Responsible for the coaching of staff in good working practices and quality standards. Supporting the Shift Production Manager in the identification of training needs
• Coaching staff in good working practices and quality standards

Skills and Attributes :

• Demonstrate excellence in approach to work and people activities
• Practical hands-on approach to problem solving
• Safety Critical Competencies
• Fault finding electrically and mechanically
• Responsible for accurate completion of all paperwork prior to supervisor validation.
• Highly self-motivated individual, able to work under your own initiative
• You will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience ideally working within a rail service and maintenance environment, but other industries will be considered.  Royal Navy / RAF / British Army.
• Intermediate IT skills – typically Word, Excel, Outlook
• Good written and verbal communication skills
   

Qualifications:

Minimum NVQ Level 3 Mechanical or Electrical discipline.