Mechanical Fitters
£26.03ph Inside IR35 (Contract)
Join the passionate Team Building Tomorrows Trains! Ford & Stanley Talentwise are on the lookout for passionate and driven Mechanical Technicians to drive forward the assembly of cutting‑edge rolling stock vehicles for CAF UK. Be part of an exciting new era in rail, working on next‑generation rail vehicles at a state‑of‑the‑art production facility in Newport, Wales.
Whats in It for You?
* Innovation at its finest – Youll be assembling and fitting brand‑new mechanical components to purpose‑built trams that are shaping the future of public transport.
* Team spirit – Join a collaborative crew where your skills, ideas, and energy are valued. This is your chance to grow with like‑minded professionals in a fast‑paced, tech‑forward environment.
* Career‑boosting experience – Hands‑on exposure to advanced electrical systems, using top‑tier tools and equipment on an impressive production line.
Shift Patterns / Hours
* Shifts: early – Monday to Friday 6 AM–2 PM; late – Monday to Friday 2 PM–10 PM (alternating weekly).
* Location: Newport, Wales.
Key Role and Responsibilities
* The Assembly Operative is a member of a team responsible for carrying out various assembly procedures, including fitting components across Mechanical tasks within a Production environment to achieve the fully built vehicle.
* Follow specifications and other appropriate instructions and/or procedures to accurately assemble components on a train using a variety of tools and equipment.
* Carry out lean production activities.
* Record and report faults to relevant areas of production.
* Ensure all records (manual and digital) are completed correctly and on time.
About the Candidate
The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, with a willingness to learn and the ability to adapt quickly to new surroundings.
Essential Qualifications
* Ability to read and work to Mechanical Drawings.
* High attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks well.
* Able to use a variety of machines and hand tools.
* Able to work autonomously as well as part of a team.
* Knowledge and experience in promoting safe working practices in a safety‑critical workplace.
* Able to maintain accurate records.
Desirable Qualifications
* NVQ Level 3 or relevant professional experience.
Ford & Stanley TalentWise – Business specialising in blue‑collar trade & technical services – permanent and temporary. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on‑going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy.
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