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Rolling Stock Maintenance - Day shift


Company : Shorterm Group


Location : Basingstoke, Hampshire


Created : 2025-06-05


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job title: Day Shift Fitter/ Maintainer Job location: Basingstoke Pay Rate: £46,946 per year Shifts: Days, flexible start and finish times Start date: ASAP Duration: Permanent Client Summary: Working for a global supplier for railway track maintenance and construction. With a broad range of high-quality equipment, cutting-edge technology, and worldwide support, covering virtually all major aspects of track maintenance and construction. Benefits: * 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays * Christmas Shutdown * 5% pension matched Position Summary: * Carry out night shift fitter cover on the Mobile Maintenance Train. * Maximise machine availability. * To operate the OTM as required. * To complete maintenance and breakdown repairs as required Technical Skills: * Basic knowledge & understanding in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems & ability to work under instruction. * IT literate including basic knowledge of Microsoft systems. * Calibration & understanding of rail plant operating systems. * Risk assessing. * Role requirements * Full valid driving licence * Basic understanding of Health & Safety, relevant to the role * Written & verbal communication skills * Competent in current maintenance standards Key Responsibilities: * Report any defects found on machine & carry out repairs within required competency level for the role, as directed. * Undertake maintenance activities in accordance with the Vehicle Maintenance Instruction (VMI) * Operate machine equipment on site as required by the planned work. * Offer mechanical support during nightshift operation. Person Specification: * A strong mechanical background is required. * People from HGV / large engine's / rolling stock assembly / REME / automation etc. backgrounds ideal. * Understanding of engines / hydraulics / pneumatics in plant or heavy good ideal. * Good attitude and willing to work flexibly. * NVQ Level 3 (or similar in engineering) * Current PTS - Highly Desirable All tools and PPE will be provided. PLEASE NOTE ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A DRUGS AND ALCOHOL TEST BEFORE BEING OFFERED A POSITION. For more information about this role and how to apply please send your CV or call on the details below. Contact information Adam Jackson Phone: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed)