Mechanical Fitter
Join Arlington Fleet Services as an Experienced Mechanical Fitter at Eastleigh Works. The role involves mechanical inspections, fault finding, overhauls, repairs, component installation, wheelset work, brake testing and vehicle rebuilds. We are looking for experienced, technically minded individuals with a background in rolling stock, mechanical fitting or heavy engineering and a strong attention to detail.
The Role
We are looking for Experienced Mechanical Fitters, with a background in engineering, ho are technically minded individuals with high attention to detail. The role will involve supporting the Wagons & Locomotives Team in carrying out all mechanical related tasks safely and in line with Industry specification.
Key Responsibilities
Visual inspections
Fault finding assessments and feedback on all major components
Full overhaul and modifications
Dismantle vehicles
Condition assessment; Including cleaning and measuring components
Mechanical installations
Running repairs as required
Wheel set inspection and exchange
Testing of certain components
Rebuild vehicles
Brake tests
Record of tasks carried out
Ability to undertake mechanical installation work safely and following industry best practice, client specifications and Industry Safety Regulations
Any other comparable duties as and when requested
Skills & Experience Required
What experience & qualifications do I need?
Rolling Stock, Mechanical Fitting, Heavy Engineering,
High attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written skills
Must be well organised
Demonstrate the ability to read diagrams and schematics
Must be able to apply a working knowledge of mechanical equipment
Must possess particular practical, productive and mechanical engineering skills
Competent at operating hand tools, test instruments and equipment
City & Guilds / NVQ level one, level two and / or level three qualifications in Engineering/Mechanic discipline
What do you expect from me?
Be Positive and show a “can-do” attitude
Be Team oriented
Be a Coach and mentor others in your team
What We Offe
Salary up to £28,350.00 per year (Dependent on qualifications and experience)
Available Overtime paid at higher rates
Overalls, PPE Provided.
40 hrs per week (Monday-Friday)
33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
50% off everything in our onsite Cafe
Pension
Healthcare plans and Insurance plans (just in case)
Refer a friend scheme
Employee of The Month Scheme
Role Summary
Salary
Salary up to £28,350.00 per year (Dependent on qualifications and experience)
Department
Engineering
Contract Type
Full Time
Location
Eastleigh, Hampshire
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