Job location: Crofton, WakefieldJob title: Maintenance AssistantShift Pattern: 4on 4off days and nightsHours per week: 40 hours averagePay Rate (per hour): £18.64 PAYE/£22.69 UmbrellaDuration: Ongoing contractStart date: ASAPIndustries considered: Automotive, Rolling Stock, Aerospace.Disciplines considered: Mechanically biased, HGV Technician, Ex Forces Mechanical Technician -Tanks/Excavator, Heavy Plant Technician - JCB/HGV/TRAINSClient Summary:My client based in Crofton requires Maintenance Assistants. The role is within the Rail Industry so will require candidates from a similar background.Position Summary:Working under their own initiative, to carry out routine maintenance, repair and basic fault finding work on the DEMU Class 180 Fleets.Job Profile - Safety Critical / Safety Related:* Routine rail vehicle maintenance as per laid down Vehicle Maintenance Instruction (VMI)* Assist Technicians as required.* Where trained and competent Tyre Turn on the Wheel Lathe in accordance with laid down specifications.* Operation of powered plant, lifting and mechanical handling equipment.* Where trained and competent move vehicles around the site.* Operation of Battery Charging/Shore Supply equipment.* Maintenance of plant.* Drive road vehicles as required.* Compliance with all laid down H&S legislation and depot procedures to ensure a safe accident free environment. Responsible for keeping the work area clean and tidy and to the highest standard at all times.* Required to continu...