Job Description
Wagon Fitters - Mechanical Backgrounds
Location: Cambridgeshire (Peterborough, March, and surrounding areas)
Duration: 12-month contract (potential for permanent opportunities)
Shifts: Sunday to Thursday, 9-hour shifts (45 hours per week)
Pay: £29 per hour (umbrella) / £22.50 per hour (PAYE) + expenses (DOE)
The role: We are looking for mechanically skilled candidates to carry out wagon maintenance and examinations across Peterborough, March, and nearby sites. This is a field-based role, and while you will generally work within the Midlands and Southeast, you will primarily operate around Peterborough. Work is always completed in pairs.
What to expect when you start:
1. You will begin at either March or Peterborough.
2. Those starting at March will begin competency training first, then rotate with those from Peterborough.
3. After a successful interview, you will need to complete a drug and alcohol test (likely in Milton Keynes - costs covered).
4. In your first week, you will attend a paid PTS (Personal Track Safety) course provided by the company.
5. Once competency training is complete, you will receive a company van and work in a paired team across your assigned territory.
Key responsibilities:
1. Carrying out reactive and preventative maintenance
2. Performing wagon examinations (full training provided)
3. Assisting with slinging and lifting when required
4. Working primarily outdoors in all weather conditions
5. Potential lodging required once fully competent
What we're looking for:
1. A strong mechanical background (all industries considered)
2. NVQ Level 3 in a mechanical discipline (but not essential)
3. Full UK driving licence
4. Previous experience with wagons or rolling stock is beneficial but not required - full training provided
5. Flexibility to travel, with Peterborough and March as primary bases
6. Comfortable working outdoors in various conditions
What's in it for you?
1. Competitive pay with additional expenses covered
2. Paid lunches when working away from home site
3. Lodging benefits (breakfast, lunch, and dinner covered)
4. Paid door-to-door travel when working away from home site
5. Company van and fuel card provided once competent
6. Full training in wagon maintenance and examinations
If you're interested, apply now or get in touch for more details!
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