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Mechanical Engineer / Operator-Fitter (Rail Grinding Machines) Location: UK Mobile (Nationwide Travel) Package Overview • Starting Salary (Level 1): £43,000, • Annual Bonus: 7.5% paid twice yearly (15% total) = £6,450 per year, • Salary rises after probation and rail safety competencies are passed., • Following the rail grinding train around the UK as a service engineer/fitter, • Working away from home for 3 weeks with 1 rest week every 3 weeks., • Shift pattern is 6 days on 1 day off for 3 weeks, then 7 days off., • Maintain and operate rail grinding machines in line with operational plans and rail safety standards, • Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, • Strip down, inspect and rebuild grinding heads, motors, gearboxes and drive assemblies, • Change and set grinding stones, monitoring grinding output and machine performance, • Diagnose and repair hydraulic faults (pumps, cylinders, hoses, valves), • Complete daily inspections, underframe cleaning and component servicing, • Fault-find mechanical and basic electrical control systems, • Work safely within rail possessions during night and weekend shifts, • Accurately complete maintenance documentation and defect reports Maintenance and Operation:, • Maintain, fault-find and repair rail grinding machines and on-track plant, • Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems, • Inspect and maintain pumps, motors, gearboxes, hoses, cylinders and valves, • Diagnose hydraulic pressure faults and mechanical wear issues, • Strip down, rebuild and replace worn components, • Undertake daily safety inspections and underframe cleaning, • Use hand tools, torque equipment and diagnostic test gear, • Complete maintenance records and work in line with rail safety standards, • Safety & Compliance:, • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental safeguards., • Complete daily work return forms and maintain machine safety packs and operational records., • Serve as 2nd man/fire watch during grinding operations., • Carry out Controller of Site Safety (COSS) duties if required. Person Specification:, • Qualifications & Experience:, • MUST HAVE: NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or a formal apprenticeship in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering., • Previous experience in heavy industrial maintenance, such as agriculture, aggregates, rolling stock, offshore, or plant fitting., • Hydraulics and pneumatics experience is highly desirable., • Must hold a full driving licence, NO MORE THAN 3 POINTS, • Must pass a full rail medical and drug and alcohol screening test, • Must pass a criminal record background check (DBS) Work Schedule:, • Shift Patterns:, • 6 days on, 1 day off while away, when working a 4-night shift pattern, you will be given 2 days off., • You will be working 280 hours over 8 weeks., • You will be provided with a detailed monthly rota, but flexibility is essential., • Travel:, • Extensive travel across the UK., • Full Hotel lodging will be provided at Holiday Inn hotels or Premier Inns, with your own room and breakfast included., • £45 per night paid when working away as your allowance, which is £7,500 per year and paid into your salary each month, • Holiday & Time Off:, • 34 days annual leave (including bank holidays)., • 1 rest week off every 3 weeks (13 weeks per year), • Additional Benefits:, • The use of a company van and fuel card when needed., • Life assurance and health care cash plan., • Pension scheme., • Employee Assistance Programme for well-being., • Eye care vouchers., • Long service awards and seasonal ticket loan options. Training & Progression:, • Full training will be provided, including manual handling, machine setup, and pack-away for operation., • Progression opportunities include advancing from Level 1 to Level 3, with the chance to increase salary significantly within two years., • Opportunities for further progression include training to become a train driver, which requires a psychometric test. Work Environment:, • You will work in a close-knit team of engineers, building long-lasting relationships., • The work involves being on board rail grinding machines, working in dirty and dusty conditions., • We prioritise your safety, providing full protective gear, including air-supplied masks and safety boots. To apply for this role, please send your CV through the link, and we will call you back ASAP for a chat about your situation and also your availability to attend an interview. #ENG1 JBRP1_UKTJ

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