Depot Fitter

About Us

Step into the world of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], where a century of expertise merges with a daring spirit to shape the future of rail infrastructure. At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we deliver transport solutions for sustainable mobility. We are a leading rail infrastructure business with on track plant and freight capabilities. As a subsidiary of the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we are part of over a hundred years' experience in delivering major innovations across our sector.

Purpose of the Role

To carry out repairs and maintenance to a high standard on a variety of On Track Machines operated by [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] to ensure that the on-site reliability and safety is maintained in line with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] ROGS regulations. To provide additional technical and practical support to fitter/operators during in-Depot machine maintenance. When required to assist in any maintenance activities on On Track Plant away from the Home depot.

Person Specification

• To be able to work a shift pattern that will include nights and weekends.
• Ensure compliance with all company standards and procedures when carrying out maintenance works.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work safely and under own initiative without supervision.
• Ability to understand technical drawings and maintenance schedules.
• Physically fit and have passed the require company medical.
• Flexible, honest and reliable.
• Have an extensive knowledge and in date competencies on a wide range of On Track Machines.
• Posses a structured methodical approach to problem solving.
• Demonstrate the ability to work equally as well as an individual or as part of a team.
• Have served any approved and appropriate apprenticeship either internal or external may be advantageous.
• Willingness to continue personal development through training.
• Having a positive outlook on the requirement for continuous change to accommodate the current business needs.
• Having an enquiring and inquisitive mind and being prepared to challenge and think outside of the recognised cultural norm on procedures and practices.

Key Responsibilities

• To carry out maintenance and repairs to a high standard in the Home depot on all On Track Machines operated by [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
• To work safely with due regard to their own and other peoples well being.
• During depot activities to keep the workplace clean and tidy at all times in compliance with all Health and Safety and Environmental practices and policies.
• At all times wear personal protective equipment appropriate to the tasks being carried out.
• Comply with all local and company rules or instructions on safety matters.
• Participate in a positive manner in all company safety initiatives.
• Attend safety briefing sessions as required by the company.
• Complete all appropriate documentation for periodic maintenance in a responsible and professional manner making it available to The Maintenance Team Leaders for examination and filling.
• When required work on On Track Machines away from the Home Depot.
• Attend for work in compliance with a previously agreed Rota, which may include weekends and night shifts.
• Be prepared to attend off or on-site training to improve knowledge and competence of maintenance techniques and practices.
• Present themselves for duty promptly and fit to carry out their duties as required by the company policy and procedures and when required book on and off duty through the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Control Desk at Rugby.
• At the end of each working shift provide a comprehensive written account to the Maintenance Team Leader detailing all works carried out.
• From time to time if the need arises be prepared to lodge away from home for a limited period in order to efficiently carry out maintenance duties on On Track Machines.
• Be in possession of a full UK road vehicle driving licence, which must be presented for inspection by the company annually or as and when required.
• When driving company vehicles, do so within the bounds of the Highway Code and any appropriate company instructions or procedures.
• Participate in the taking of samples for analysis and any works arising from these as part of the Condition Based Monitoring scheme.
• Comply with all company procedures regarding issuing equipment from Depot based stores holdings.
• Participate fully and proactively in the company competency assessment programme.
• As you will expect the organisation may change from time to time and you will be expected to meet the operational requirements.
• Any other reasonable duties as required from time to time.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary
• 26 days Annual Leave
• Industry leading Life Assurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Wellbeing Employee Assistant Programme
• Pension Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Long Service Award
• Season Ticket Loan

Our Values

Respect, Commitment, Pioneering and Sharing are at the heart of everything we do at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].