Technician - Trains
Overhaul Technician
Contract Duration: 12 months and potential for extension
Location: North London
Shift pattern: Days, Lates, and Nights (Swing Shift, Rotating)
Pay Rates:
Umbrella Pay Rate: 27.77 per hour (Standard + 130% Shift), also an additional bonus of 333.33 per month paid from your third month as a monthly lump sum payment for the London Weighting Allowance.
PAYE Pay Rate: 22.30 (Standard + 130% Shift), also an additional bonus of 333.33 per month paid from your third month as a monthly lump sum payment for the London Weighting Allowance.
Role Overview:
You will be undertaking the following overhaul & modification duties on the a Rolling Stock (Rail) Project, working on various bogie fleets whilst adhering to the requisite processes & procedures:
Carry out the initial inspection of wheelsets
Axle bearing removal taking care to ensure no damage to the axle or components occurs and prepare the bearings for dispatch to the relevant external companies
Paint removal on the axle
Wheel pan removal taking the relevant precautions to ensure no damage to components is caused
Surface defect removal
Oil drain and fill on wheelset gearbox and couplings and any associated parts
Initial Bogie inspection reporting any findings through the relevant maintenance portal and supervisor
Wheelset removal taking care not to damage the frame or wheelsets
Frame disassembly and component removal
Carry out Component repair following
Assist with cleaning of rolling stock when required
Description:
- With minimal supervision undertake overhaul, modifications and repair of the allocated wheelsets/bogies components adhering to the requisite processes and procedures.
- Assist other team members with the bogie overhaul/wheelset overhaul in order to develop technical skills.
- Identify, order and collect spares and materials from stores. Assist with cleaning of rolling stock when required.
- This position would be undertaking works on a large project.
Principal Accountabilities
- Working as part of the Engineering team, this role involves mechanical repairs.
- Supporting with the completion of repairs, modifications and overhaul within a well-equipped rolling stock depot
Knowledge & Experience
- Experience in a mechanical/electrical engineering or process environment
- Experience of basic fault finding
- Ability to complete all records of actions and operations accurately and to procedures
- Ability to understand and care for tools, equipment and PPE
- Knowledge of Health & Safety including bio hazards, manual handling and Control of
- Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)
- Ability to use a computer
- Ability to understand and interpret relevant technical publications
- Ability to produce detailed complex, analytical technical reports
All PPE provided and Health and Safety explained before and on site.
Rullion supports applications from a diverse talent pool. We welcome the opportunity to discuss flexibility requirements. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to enable you to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us on (phone number removed)
RBoniface
Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.
Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.
Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.
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