At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspect and maintain a fleet of shunter locomotives, from diesel-electric to hybrid models.
- Company: Join Tata Steel, the largest steelworks in the UK, leading a global decarbonisation project.
- Benefits: Competitive salary with shift allowance, plus opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with rotating shifts and a focus on innovation.
- Why this job: Be part of a groundbreaking project that shapes the future of sustainable transport.
- Qualifications: Must hold an 18th edition qualification and have experience in locomotive mechanics.
The predicted salary is between 38472 - 38472 £ per year.
Are you an experienced Locomotive Mechanic?
Are you an 18th edition holder and/or qualified in an electrical discipline?
Are you based in or around Port Talbot?
A permanent opportunity has arisen for a Locomotive Mechanic to join Tata Steels Port Talbot works.
Port Talbot steelworks are the largest in the UK and undergoing a significant decarbonisation project, which will be the largest of its kind in the world once completed.
This role is ideal for a time served apprenticeship holder, with experience working on diesel electric and hybrid locomotives.
Location: Tata Steel, Port Talbot, SA13 2NG Salary: £38,472.75 per annum (this includes a 12.5% shift allowance)
Shift
Patterns: rotating pattern, X7 days on, X2 days off.
X3 days on, X2 days off.
X5 days on, X2 days off.
This pattern involves working one weekend in every three.
Start: ASAP but pending the successful completion of a medical, which does include a drug and alcohol test
Responsibilities: Undertaking electrical inspection and maintenance work across a fleet of 19 shunter locomotives Working on traditional diesel-electric models to the latest hybrid technology Carrying out primary duties within a recently refurbished maintenance facility, including planned maintenance schedules Executing ma...
