Assembly Technician in Failsworth

Excellent opportunity for someone with "hands-on" experience.Working 2 shifts initially with the ability to flex to work a third shift if required.Hand tool experience is needed but full training will be given to the right candidate. Potential start date can be as soon as the 9th September following successful D&A.We have worked with this client for several years; they offer a first class working environment and the opportunity to work in the Rolling Stock Industry.Mechanical Fitter – Main Duties: * Wheel-set overhaul, damage repair and engineering * Bogie chassis, damage repair and clean * Bogie and gearbox engineering / repair * Wheel exchange on wheel sets * Bearing, axle and wheel mounting * Components and sub-assemblies overhaul repair and analysis * Re-engineering and production of spare partsThey require a Fitter with a minimum 1 years relevant experience.Qualifications / Skills/ Experience:Must be comfortable using hand tools such as torque wrenches and spanners.Able to use measuring equipment & over head crane (Training Given)Salary / Hourly Rates:PAYE: £15.87 - £17.35 per hour.Overtime is £21.07 then £21.72 after 3 monthsRotating weeks.Mornings:Mon-Thursday:06.00 - 14.00Fri: 06.00 - 12 noonAfternoons:Mon-Thurs: 14.00 - 22.00 & Fri: 12.00 - 18.00Nights: Monday to Thursday: 22.00 - 06.00.Friday: 18.00 - Midnight.Successful candidates must pass a drugs & alcohol test before starting.How to apply for the role of Fitter:Apply in word format.Ambitek are specialist recruiters in Manufacturing, Production and the Engineering sectors.We recruit for blue collar and white-collar roles, covering a variety of roles from cnc machinists, Welders, Platers, Fitters, Maintenance engineers, Inspectors, Mechanical fitters, Sheet Metal Workers through to Sales Engineers, Design Engineers, Production and Planning roles and management positions.If this role does not suite, please get in touch and we may be able to find something suitable.Please note that if you have applied for a role but do not meet the criteria outlined above, we will not be able to take your cv forward to the next stage and due to the volume of applicants we may not be able to respond to all applicants. If you haven’t heard from us within 48 hours you will have been unsuccessful