Mechanical Fitters/Engineers

x8 Mechanical Fitters required for our client in the Widnes area
If you have a Mechanical Engineering background/qualification, this is an opportunity to transfer your skills into the Train Rolling stock Industry. Full on the job training will be provided.
Shifts: Days
Days: £22.18 per hour (First 12 weeks)- Rises to £22.68 (Umbrella rates)
Hours per week: 37 hours per week.
Duration: 2 - 4 Years
Start date: asap
Client Summary:
Working for the UKs leading manufacturer and front line supplier of powertrain products and rolling stock based in the UK and Ireland. Areas of expertise include Motor Overhaul, final Drive Overhaul and refurbishment of Jubilee Line Underground trains.
Position Summary:
Stripping engines within the Rail industry. You will be working in teams to breakdown mechanical systems on to locomotive parts and rebuild.
Roles can include:
* Motor and component strip down components and rebuild. - Jubilee Line Refurbishment
* Fitting newly re-furbished engines and all components, service of the motor, radiators, pipe work, electrical looms and more.
* Working from engineering drawings to replace and refit components.
Person Profile/Experience:
* A strong mechanical background is required.
* Candidates from HGV / large engine's / rolling stock assembly / REME / automation etc. backgrounds ideal.
* Understanding of engines / hydraulics / pneumatics in plant or heavy good ideal.
* Good attitude and willing to work flexibly (overtime available)
Qualifications:
* NVQ Level 3 (or similar in engineering or Apprentiship served)