Fitter

Wabtec Corporation, Little Burton, East Staffordshire

Fitter

Salary Not Specified

Wabtec Corporation, Little Burton, East Staffordshire

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 7 Nov | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 74196931c97349ab876dc68d2c60ecd5

Full Job Description

Position Summary: The role of the fitter is to carry out mandatory services and associated repairs.

1. To have a good understanding of vehicle mechanical interfaces and repairs of vehicle components. 2. To be able to install / repair hydraulic systems. 3. To be able to fault find and carry out diagnostic investigation work. 4. Previous engine knowledge would be advantageous. 5. To overhaul of raft components. 6. To be able to understand schematic drawings. 7. To undertake training as and when required. 8. To work within a realistic timeframe. 9. To mentor trainees / apprentices when applicable. 10. To ensure that waste is disposed of in the correct manner. 11. To adhere to written or verbal instructions. Background & Experience:

  • The ability to work within a changing environment with deadlines and short lead times.
  • To adhere always to the company's Health, Safety & Environmental instructions and requirements.
  • Take on any other reasonable responsibilities or tasks that are within the employee's skills and abilities, Recognised Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent NVQ Level 3. Previous experience in rail or automotive industry

    Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company's new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com .
  • It's not just about your career… or your job title…it's about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven't been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.