Rail Technician

• Assist in the machining, preparation and assembly of materials using designated machines, hand tools, manual handling, lifting and positioning methods to manufacture and build rail assemblies.

• To have the enthusiasm to want to learn as many new skills and processes (Training provided).

• To have the flexibility to work on something different when required to support the manufacturing of rail assemblies.

• Assist in measuring, aligning and gauging rail components in accordance with component & assembly drawings.

• Preparing, machining and fettling of components to ensure fit within given tolerances.

• Operate machinery and equipment to assist in the manufacture of products.

• Mark up finished assembly in accordance with the layout assembly drawing and prepare components for inspection and despatch.

• Co-operate with team members, line managers to ensure that site activities are completed in accordance with company HSEQ policy and procedures.

• Attend relevant induction, briefing and training sessions to maintain relevant skills and knowledge.

• Work with other team members to maintain an environmentally friendly, clean and tidy site in accordance with company policy and procedures.

• Ensure the correct safe use and storage of hand tools and other equipment.

• Understand risks associated with activity and assume responsibility for the proper use and maintenance of appropriate PPE.

• Undertake daily checks and report plant, tools and materials defects and damage to supervisor/line manager.

• Report any accidents, near misses or safety / environmentally related incidents to supervisor / line manager immediately.

• Ensure an understanding of company health and safety policy and relevant key health, safety, environmental and quality practices and procedures.

• Ability to act decisively and solve problems.

• Attention to detail to ensure high levels of quality.

• Ability to communicate clearly with your colleagues.

• Able to work to production timescales and achieve deadlines.

• Work in a logical, systematic manner.

• Working knowledge of quality, health, safety and environmental requirements.

• Willing to learn and undertake training in order to develop full potential.

Experience & Knowledge

• Experience in manufacturing ideally with proven product and industry knowledge.

• Experience within heavy engineering would be advantageous but not a prerequisite

• Willingness to learn new processes and an ability to continually improve working techniques.

• Ability to be flexible to work within different areas and processes.

• Manual handling, OH Crane lifting / slinging, and FLT / Side Loader experience would be advantageous.

Trackwork Limited

Hetton Lyons Industrial Estate, Houghton le Spring DH5 0RF

Full-time