Night Shift Fitter/ Maintainer

Job title: Night Shift Fitter/ Maintainer Job location: Basingstoke Pay Rate: £42,525 per year Shifts: Nights, flexible start and finish times Start date: ASAP Duration: Permanent Client Summary: Working for a global supplier for railway track maintenance and construction. With a broad range of high-quality equipment, cutting-edge technology, and worldwide support, covering virtually all major aspects of track maintenance and construction. Position Summary: * Carry out night shift fitter cover on the Mobile Maintenance Train. * Maximise machine availability. * To operate the OTM as required. * To complete maintenance and breakdown repairs as required. Technical Skills: * Basic knowledge & understanding in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems & ability to work under instruction. * IT literate including basic knowledge of Microsoft systems. * Calibration & understanding of rail plant operating systems. * Risk assessing. * Role requirements. * Full valid driving licence. * Basic understanding of Health & Safety, relevant to the role. * Written & verbal communication skills. * Competent in current maintenance standards. Key Responsibilities: * Report any defects found on machine & carry out repairs within required competency level for the role, as directed. * Undertake maintenance activities in accordance with the Vehicle Maintenance Instruction (VMI). * Operate machine equipment on site as required by the planned work. * Offer mechanical support during nightshift operation. Person Specification: * A strong mechanical background is required. * People 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. * NVQ Level 2 (or similar in engineering). * Current PTS - Highly Desirable. All tools and PPE will be provided. PLEASE NOTE ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A DRUGS AND ALCOHOL TEST BEFORE BEING OFFERED A POSITION. For more information about this role and how to apply please send your CV or call on the details below. Contact information Brad Bayliss Phone: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed)