Mechanical Assembly Fitter

Job Title: Mechanical Assembly Fitter

Location: Birkenhead, Wirral

Duration: 6 months plus

Shifts: Day shift (Mon to Thurs 7.30am- 4pm, Friday 7.30am -12.30pm)

Pay Rate: £17.28 PAYE or £22.47 UMB + overtime



Must have knowledge of overhauling.

Experience in valve repair, overhauling and assembling train components/brakes would be advantageous.Key Aim:



To safely clean, dismantle, repair, and reassemble rail equipment, ensuring all parts are handled with care and work is completed to quality standards.



Key Duties & Responsibilities:

* Work independently or as part of a team to meet production deadlines.

* Carry out assembly, overhaul, repair, and testing of a range of equipment including callipers, actuators, discs, couplers, and brake control equipment.

* Build and operate test installations, interpret results, and adjust equipment to meet required outputs.

* Investigate faults, identify causes, and resolve issues where possible. Report any problems to the relevant personnel.

* Use monitoring, measuring, and diagnostic tools correctly.

* Follow technical documents and work instructions to ensure all quality standards are met.

* Support smooth handovers by sharing relevant information with the next shift.

* Carry out minor maintenance and preventative maintenance as required, including tasks outside the assembly area.

* Take part in continuous improvement activities, including 5S, to improve efficiency and workplace layout.

* Raise Non-Conformance Records when necessary.

* Report production issues and suggest improvements to supervisors.

* Ensure tools, gauges, and equipment are properly stored and maintained.

* Work flexibly across different assembly areas and shift patterns, and assist in non-assembly areas when needed.

* Undertake training to support flexibility and train other team members as required.

* Always follow Health, Safety, Environmental, and Company policies.

* Carry out any other reasonable tasks as requested by management.



Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

* General engineering knowledge (Essential).

* Experience with manufacturing / overhaul processes (Essential).

* Able to read and understand engineering drawings (Essential).

* Time-served mechanical fitter (Desirable).

* Electrical bias/knowledge (Desirable).



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