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Mechanical Fitter - Hydraulics

Job Posted: 6 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Contract
Location: Burton-On-Trent, Staffordshire

Expire in: 21 days

Job Description

Job title:
Mechanical Fitter - Hydraulics

Job location:
Burton

Hours per week:
40 hours per week 
Days only
Monday to Thursday: 7:00am - 4:00pm
Friday: 7:00am - 1:00pm

Duration:
6 months (May go Permanent)

Start date:
ASAP

Client Summary:
A global, leading engineering company specialising in the repair and overhaul of heavy engines for the rail industry.

Position Summary:
We are recruiting a Hydraulics Fitter to support ongoing rail projects at the Burton upon Trent site. This is a bench-based role working as part of a team, stripping and rebuilding mechanical and hydraulic systems on locomotive rafts and transmissions.

Roles can include:
* Strip down engines, transmissions, and mechanical components for overhaul
* Build and rebuild transmissions and raft assemblies within the rail industry
* Fit refurbished engines back onto locomotive rafts, including all associated components such as radiators, pumps, tanks, pipework, and electrical looms
* Install, repair, and overhaul hydraulic systems
* Overhaul raft components to required standards
* Read and understand schematic and technical drawings
* Work to realistic build and strip timescales
* Undertake training as required
* Mentor trainees or apprentices when applicable
* Ensure waste is disposed of correctly and in line with site procedures

Person Profile/Experience:
Strong mechanical fitting background is essential
Good knowledge of hydraulics is ideal
Benchwork experience preferred
Backgrounds in HGVs, large engines, rolling stock, plant, or heavy goods are ideal
Understanding of engines, hydraulics, and pneumatics is highly advantageous

Qualifications
Relevant engineering qualifications are desirable but not essential for experienced candidates

Contact Information: James Bell
Email: (url removed)

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