Job Title: 1 x Fuel Technician / Diesel Engineer
Start date: ASAP
Department: Manufacture & Reclamation
Location: Burton On Trent
Shifts: 44 hours per week; 7am - 4pm Monday to Thursday. 7am - 1pm Friday.
Hourly Rate: Competitive
Duration: Contract
Our customer is a leading UK and Ireland-based manufacturer and supplier of powertrain products. With expertise in engine overhauls, final drive overhauls, and locomotive refurbishment, they are a key player in the rail and engineering sectors.
Job Purpose
This role will report to the Fuel Shop Team Supervisor. The individual should be familiar with the operation principles of various kinds of diesel engines, fuel system components such as Fuel Pumps and Injectors. A strong mechanical understanding of diesel engine systems is essential.
Individuals will have experience of the following:
* Installing, repairing, and inspecting fuel systems
* Fuel Systems and Fuel System components
* Troubleshooting engine testing issues
* Hydraulics & Pneumatics
* Calibration of components
* Phasing of different types of fuel pumps
* Conducting bench tests and preparing reports
* Installing, repairing, and inspecting fuel systems
* Rail experience or Automotive
Key Responsibilities & Activities
* Document all work activities and Total Performance Maintenance.
* Troubleshoot Fuel System issues related to engine testing.
* Install and repair fuel systems and parts of systems.
* Inspect fuel systems.
* Audit test equipment used for Fuel Pump/Injector testing.
* Perform routine or preventive maintenance on fuel Pump/Injector test equipment.
* Report results of Fuel Pump & Injector tests.
* To undertake training as and when required.
* To mentor trainees / apprentices when applicable.
* To comply with Company and statutory Quality, Health & Safety, Environmental and HR policies and procedures.
* To work to, and support, all relevant 5S activities.
* Adhere to a line managers' written or verbal reasonable instruction.
* Maintain a good level of attendance at work.
* Ensure activities and associated actions and measures taken do not endanger but assist with the upkeep and maintaining the company's ISO (9001, 14001 and 45001) standards and certification
This is not an exhaustive list. You may also be required to carry out any other duties as required by the business that you are qualified/trained in that meet the scope, spirit and purpose of this role
Background & Experience:
* The ability to work within a changing environment with deadlines and short lead times.
* Good knowledge of fuel system components, calibration, phasing of different types of fuel pumps, conducting bench tests and preparing reports
* Take on any other reasonable responsibilities or tasks that are within the employee's skills and abilities
* To be able to contribute to the Team's performance
* To have a friendly approach when working with others
* The ability to work on own initiative
Qualifications/Education Required:
* Recognised Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent NVQ Level 3.
* Previous experience in rail or automotive industry
Key Skills, Competencies and Personal Attributes:
* Self-motivated team player with a positive can-do attitude.
* Organised & structured.
* Must be reliable and punctual.
* Must possess good vision and be able to identify different colours.
Physical Demands of Role:
* Ability to work in a physically busy ever-changing demanding role
* Manual Handling - Heavy Loads
* Vibrating plant/tools/ equipment
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