Job Description
Engine Stripper
Location: Burton-upon-TrentContract Type: Temporary to Permanent (with potential for extension or permanency)Rate:£21.27 per hour (Umbrella)Hours of Work:
* Monday to Thursday: 7:00am – 4:00pm
* Friday: 7:00am – 1:00pm
About the Role
We are currently recruiting Engine Strippers to support rail industry operations based in Burton-upon-Trent. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a high-quality engineering environment, focusing on the strip-down of rail engine assemblies and components in line with strict safety, quality, and production standards.
You will become part of an experienced and supportive engineering team, playing a key role in preparing engines and components for inspection, overhaul, and rebuild within the rail sector.
Key Responsibilities
As an Engine Stripper, your duties will include:
* Stripping down rail engine assemblies and mechanical components in line with work instructions
* Working accurately to OEM manuals, engineering drawings, and technical documentation
* Identifying, labelling, and segregating components during strip-down activities
* Inspecting parts for damage, wear, or defects and reporting findings as required
* Using hand tools and approved equipment safely and correctly
* Ensuring all components are handled, stored, and protected correctly
* Accurately completing job cards and associated documentation
* Working closely with build, inspection, and logistics teams to support workflow
* Working to production schedules and tight deadlines
* Disposing of waste and scrap materials in line with environmental procedures
* Reporting defects, failures, near misses, hazards, accidents, or incidents within the same shift
* Ensuring full compliance with Company and statutory Quality, Health & Safety, Environmental, and HR policies
* Actively promoting a strong health and safety culture, taking responsibility for your own safety and that of others
Health & Safety Responsibilities
* Comply fully with all health and safety regulations and obligations
* Follow company policies, procedures, and safe systems of work at all times
* Promptly report any safety concerns, hazards, accidents, or incidents to prevent recurrence
Person Specification
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
* Prior experience stripping engines or heavy mechanical assemblies
* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment with short lead times
* Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work independently when required
* Good planning, organisational, and problem-solving abilities
* High attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
* Flexibility to take on reasonable additional responsibilities within their skillset
Qualifications & Experience
* Relevant experience within the rail, automotive, heavy engineering, or similar industry
* Proven hands-on experience in engine strip-down, mechanical fitting, or component overhaul
Interested?
If you are interested in this opportunity, please click Apply to submit your application.
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