Location : Plumstead Salary : Between £45000 and £48000 subject to experience Shift allowance 17.5% Contract : Permanent/ Full time Role Overview: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an On-Track-Machine operator/maintainer at our Plumstead workshop. Progress Rail - Electro-Motive Diesel is a subsidiary of Caterpillar, specialized in manufacturing, maintaining and overhauling diesel-electric locomotives across the world. As an OTM Operator/maintainer, you will be instrumental in providing a high-quality and efficient maintenance provision to our customers by operating and maintaining the rail grinding and milling machines operating out of Plumstead depot for maintenance activity on the Crossrail Elizabeth Line.Do you enjoy working hands-on? Do you have a passion for problem-shooting? Do you pride yourself in your electrical knowledge and work ethic? This is a unique opportunity to work with a top-notch piece of equipment, for a high-profile customer. This role would be ideal for an experienced technician with either an electrical/mechanical / hydraulics / heavy goods background and a track record of heavy plant machinery. The role will include: • Operating the On Track Linsinger Rail Milling Machine and Robel engineering trains under the supervision of senior operators. • Carrying out maintenance, repair, and fault-finding activities on On Track Machines to a high standard• Providing information to support the creation of reports of any failures/breakdowns• Shunting • Partaking in various continuous improvement initiatives We can offer you: • Enhanced holiday entitlement• Enhanced pension contributions; life assurance • Company sick pay & a Medical benefit salary sacrifice scheme• Employee assistance program• Retail discounts • A supportive & friendly work environment• Skill development through continuous trainingWhat we would love you to bring to the role: • Flexible approach to working hours and ability to work shifts including nights when necessary. Track record of working effectively with diesel engineering technology and associated systems and controls; with heavy plant machinery, ideally yellow plant rolling stock. Competent in electrical fault-finding. • Self-starter with a strong ability to build relationships and work as part of a team; High level of professionalism & strong sense of customer satisfaction. Appetite to progress the company forward, strong adherence to Health & safety procedures & ability to follow instructions. Level 3 in hydraulics/vehicle maintenance / electrical/mechanical engineering or equivalent experience. Valid right to work in the UK. You may have experience in the following: Locomotive Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Field Service Technician, Manufacturing Engineer, etc.REF-
Mar 27, 2024
Full time
Location : Plumstead Salary : Between £45000 and £48000 subject to experience Shift allowance 17.5% Contract : Permanent/ Full time Role Overview: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an On-Track-Machine operator/maintainer at our Plumstead workshop. Progress Rail - Electro-Motive Diesel is a subsidiary of Caterpillar, specialized in manufacturing, maintaining and overhauling diesel-electric locomotives across the world. As an OTM Operator/maintainer, you will be instrumental in providing a high-quality and efficient maintenance provision to our customers by operating and maintaining the rail grinding and milling machines operating out of Plumstead depot for maintenance activity on the Crossrail Elizabeth Line.Do you enjoy working hands-on? Do you have a passion for problem-shooting? Do you pride yourself in your electrical knowledge and work ethic? This is a unique opportunity to work with a top-notch piece of equipment, for a high-profile customer. This role would be ideal for an experienced technician with either an electrical/mechanical / hydraulics / heavy goods background and a track record of heavy plant machinery. The role will include: • Operating the On Track Linsinger Rail Milling Machine and Robel engineering trains under the supervision of senior operators. • Carrying out maintenance, repair, and fault-finding activities on On Track Machines to a high standard• Providing information to support the creation of reports of any failures/breakdowns• Shunting • Partaking in various continuous improvement initiatives We can offer you: • Enhanced holiday entitlement• Enhanced pension contributions; life assurance • Company sick pay & a Medical benefit salary sacrifice scheme• Employee assistance program• Retail discounts • A supportive & friendly work environment• Skill development through continuous trainingWhat we would love you to bring to the role: • Flexible approach to working hours and ability to work shifts including nights when necessary. Track record of working effectively with diesel engineering technology and associated systems and controls; with heavy plant machinery, ideally yellow plant rolling stock. Competent in electrical fault-finding. • Self-starter with a strong ability to build relationships and work as part of a team; High level of professionalism & strong sense of customer satisfaction. Appetite to progress the company forward, strong adherence to Health & safety procedures & ability to follow instructions. Level 3 in hydraulics/vehicle maintenance / electrical/mechanical engineering or equivalent experience. Valid right to work in the UK. You may have experience in the following: Locomotive Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Field Service Technician, Manufacturing Engineer, etc.REF-
SENIOR/principal ENGINEER rolling stock £50,000 - £70,000 per annum + plus benefits (Permanent) BIRMINGHAMThis opportunity gives diligent Engineers an opportunity to undertake and contribute to a wide variety of projects covering a diverse range of technical issues supporting an impressive spectrum of clients. You will be part of a growing team that is maintaining a leading position in its field and looking to strengthen its strategic consultancy work, as well as growing the current assurance and approval portfolio overseas.ExpectationAs a Senior / Principal Engineer within the On-Track Plant / On-Track Machine team you will use your skills and expertise to support the introduction of complex "yellow" Machines and systems used to construct and maintain the UK's railway infrastructure.In addition to this you will have good communications skills, project management skills, and have an eye for detail, which will often require that you witness testing both in the UK and overseas to assess compliance.You will be responsible for running your own projects throughout the whole lifecycle (bidding, delivery, and project planning activities) to deliver assurance services on time and within budget.You will strive to inspire those around you and act as a role model to all staff, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment, where the team, learn, develop, and drive increased business results.This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior / Principal Engineer who enjoys having a hands-on and practical approach to problem solving and who has a desire to understand novel and often unique engineering systems.Ideally be working towards or have gained Chartered Engineer status. You will benefit from being part of a friendly and highly knowledgeable team of Professional Engineers who can peer review decisions and offer best practice and knowledge in all aspects of Railway Engineering. Essential criteria are as follows:Degree in relevant Engineering subject (or equivalent)Actively working towards or already gained Chartership of a recognised Professional Engineering Body.Experience of practical application and understanding of standards (Knowledge of these related to the rail industry would be advantageous)Enjoys working with technical documentation.Computer Literacy (e.g., MS Word, Excel etc).DesirableKnowledge of "yellow" machinery or plant.Knowledge of rail vehicle system design.Knowledge of rail vehicle / plant standards.Direct experience of working face to face with clients/customers. For more information on this fantastic opportunity then speak to Andrew Sparks at Conrad Consulting email Or call
Feb 25, 2022
Full time
SENIOR/principal ENGINEER rolling stock £50,000 - £70,000 per annum + plus benefits (Permanent) BIRMINGHAMThis opportunity gives diligent Engineers an opportunity to undertake and contribute to a wide variety of projects covering a diverse range of technical issues supporting an impressive spectrum of clients. You will be part of a growing team that is maintaining a leading position in its field and looking to strengthen its strategic consultancy work, as well as growing the current assurance and approval portfolio overseas.ExpectationAs a Senior / Principal Engineer within the On-Track Plant / On-Track Machine team you will use your skills and expertise to support the introduction of complex "yellow" Machines and systems used to construct and maintain the UK's railway infrastructure.In addition to this you will have good communications skills, project management skills, and have an eye for detail, which will often require that you witness testing both in the UK and overseas to assess compliance.You will be responsible for running your own projects throughout the whole lifecycle (bidding, delivery, and project planning activities) to deliver assurance services on time and within budget.You will strive to inspire those around you and act as a role model to all staff, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment, where the team, learn, develop, and drive increased business results.This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior / Principal Engineer who enjoys having a hands-on and practical approach to problem solving and who has a desire to understand novel and often unique engineering systems.Ideally be working towards or have gained Chartered Engineer status. You will benefit from being part of a friendly and highly knowledgeable team of Professional Engineers who can peer review decisions and offer best practice and knowledge in all aspects of Railway Engineering. Essential criteria are as follows:Degree in relevant Engineering subject (or equivalent)Actively working towards or already gained Chartership of a recognised Professional Engineering Body.Experience of practical application and understanding of standards (Knowledge of these related to the rail industry would be advantageous)Enjoys working with technical documentation.Computer Literacy (e.g., MS Word, Excel etc).DesirableKnowledge of "yellow" machinery or plant.Knowledge of rail vehicle system design.Knowledge of rail vehicle / plant standards.Direct experience of working face to face with clients/customers. For more information on this fantastic opportunity then speak to Andrew Sparks at Conrad Consulting email Or call