At a Glance
- Tasks: Service and maintain locomotives to ensure safety and reliability.
- Company: Leading company in rolling stock maintenance with a focus on safety.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, training opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career advancement in a dynamic industry.
- Why this job: Join a vital role in keeping trains running safely and efficiently.
- Qualifications: Experience in mechanical maintenance and a passion for engineering.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Carry out servicing, maintenance and fault finding of locomotives, components and equipment to ensure the production of safe, reliable locomotives in line with company availability and reliability requirements.
Dimensions of the Job
- No direct financial authority but has vital influence on company expenditure through the effective maintenance of traction and rolling stock.
- None
Principal Safety Accountabilities
Mainline Locomotives: Ensure that company engineering standards and procedures are applied and followed, under the post holder's area of control to ensure that the traction and rolling stock meet the provisions of statutory Railway Group Standards and Codes of Practice. The post holder has a general duty to ensure that there is no harm to employees, contractors, customers or the public.
Principal Accountabilities
- Adhere to health and safety and local safety policy requirements, and other safety and technical standards.
- Comply with all instructions, rules and regulations in force.
- Maintain, service, fault find and repair locomotives in accordance with the approved maintenance plans as required by the local manager.
- Ensure all relevant paperwork for examinations and repairs is completed accurately.
Locomotive Fitter employer: Shorterm Group
As a leading Rail Manufacturing company in Derbyshire, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that encourages innovation and collaboration. Our Graduate Engineer programme offers a structured pathway with diverse placements, ensuring ample opportunities for professional growth and hands-on experience across various engineering disciplines. With a commitment to employee development and a supportive environment, we provide a rewarding career journey for aspiring engineers looking to make a meaningful impact in the rail industry.
