Location: Wolverton and Greenleys
Sector: Rail
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £34,000 - £44,000 per annum
Contact: Joshua Atkinson
Contact email: Joshua.Atkinson@txmrecruit.co.uk
Contact phone: 01332974922
Job ref: BH-36758
Published: 3 days ago
Expiry date: 2024-11-14
Start date: 2024-11-11
Tester (Permanent Nights)
Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £34,000 - £44,000 (with shift allowance)
Shift: Monday to Friday, 22:00 - 06:00 (33% Shift Allowance)
Type: Full-time, Permanent
We are seeking a skilled Tester to join a leading rolling stock company based in Milton Keynes. This position requires a highly competent individual with an apprenticeship or recognised training programme in mechanical/electrical engineering, capable of producing high-quality work in accordance with UK rail safety regulations.
As a Tester, you will perform functional testing and commissioning of EMU/DMU and other rolling stock post-works. You will also assist in fault identification and rectification, working independently and to written instructions to help ensure the Depot provides top-level service.
Responsibilities:
* Perform tasks as directed by your line manager.
* Read and interpret schematic drawings.
* Investigate and resolve rolling stock faults with minimal supervision.
* Work in high-voltage environments.
* Download and process train diagnostic data.
* Conduct basic fault finding on electrical and mechanical systems.
* Test various on-train systems and produce complex, analytical technical reports.
* Deputise for the test team leader when required.
* Maintain test paperwork, including test sheets and fault logs.
* Liaise with production departments as needed.
* Attend off-site railway depots to support customer requirements.
* Complete additional reasonable tasks as directed by the line manager.
Person Specification
* Qualifications:
o Time-served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or higher) in a relevant field.
o Competent in electric/mechanical fault-finding techniques.
* Skills:
o Ability to fault-find complex circuits and systems to a basic level.
o Computer literate, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
o Strong understanding of 5S principles.
o Awareness of safety and quality standards.
Salary and Progression:
* £34,000 to £44,000 per year, depending on experience.
* Candidates without rail experience will start at the lower end with room for progression.
* Candidates with extensive rail experience will be placed toward the higher end of the salary banding.
* Shift allowance of 33% for permanent night shifts.
If this role sounds of interest, please APPLY.
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