Job Overview
Mechanical Engineer / Operator‑Fitter (Rail Grinding Machines) – UK, Mobile (Nationwide). This role requires maintaining and operating rail grinding carriages across the UK. The position involves extensive travel (up to 3 weeks per month away from home) and working in a physically demanding, dirty environment.
Salary – £43,000 at Level 1 with 2 × 7.5 % annual retention bonuses, scalable to Level 3 with a potential total of £70,000.
Annual Leave – 34 days plus one week of holiday for every 3 weeks worked away.
Key Responsibilities
* Maintain, operate, and assess rail grinding machines following operational requirements.
* Perform daily maintenance duties: changing grinding stones, cleaning machines, and clearing accumulated dirt.
* Operate grinding machinery safely, adhering to proper procedures.
* Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental safeguards.
* Complete daily work return forms and maintain machine safety packs and operational records.
* Act as 2nd man/fire watch during grinding operations.
* Undertake general maintenance such as chipping and blowing.
* Assist the Grinding or Maintenance Supervisor as required.
* Carry out Controller of Site Safety (COSS) duties when needed.
Qualifications & Experience
* NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or a formal Mechanical/Electrical Engineering apprenticeship.
* Previous experience in heavy industrial maintenance (e.g., agriculture, aggregates, rolling stock, offshore, or plant fitting).
* Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics highly desirable.
* Full UK driving licence.
Skills
* Effective teamwork in a hands‑on, dirty work environment.
* Comfortable with heavy machinery and physically demanding tasks.
* Flexible with extensive travel requirements (up to 3 weeks per month).
* Strong understanding of health and safety regulations.
Work Schedule & Travel
Shift pattern – 6 days on / 1 day off while away; 280 hours over 8 weeks. Detailed monthly rota provided; flexibility essential.
Travel – Extensive across the UK. Lodging at Holiday Inn hotels with breakfast; £25 per night tax‑free travel allowance.
Compensation & Benefits
* Competitive salary progression from Level 1 (£43,000) to Level 3 (£55,200 + bonuses) and potential earnings up to £70,000.
* Two annual 7.5 % bonuses in April and October.
* £25 per night working away allowance.
* Overtime paid at a flat rate for local weeks.
* Company van and fuel card when needed.
* Life assurance, health care cash plan, pension scheme, employee assistance programme.
* Eye‑care vouchers, long‑service awards, seasonal ticket loan options.
Training & Progression
Full training including manual handling, machine setup, and pack‑away for operation. Progression from Level 1 to Level 3 within two years, with opportunities for further advancement (e.g., train operator after psychometric test).
Application
To apply, send your CV to Sam through the link provided. If you are interested, press the Apply button and follow the application process.
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