Wheel Lathe Technician - Bristol | Rotating Shifts

Hitachi, Ltd.; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rail technology firm in Bristol seeks a Wheel Lathe Technician to maintain and repair rolling stock assets. The ideal candidate will operate a wheel lathe and ensure compliance with operational specifications. Requirements include an M & E ONC or equivalent apprenticeship and a strong foundation in mechanical and electrical disciplines. The position offers a competitive salary of £43,375 plus allowances, and a range of benefits, including a pension plan and private medical insurance, within a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual Performance bonus

25 days holiday

Pension scheme with contributions up to 9%

Private medical insurance

Personal Accident insurance

Group Income protection

Group Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Good communication skills to liaise with teams and external personnel.
• Ability to work effectively in diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Undertake maintenance and repair on Hitachi rolling stock assets.
• Operate and maintain the wheel lathe.
• Carryout wheel turning for Hitachi and third-party rolling stock.

Skills

Sound knowledge of rules and regulations

Good written and verbal communication skills

Good team worker

Education

M & E ONC or served apprenticeship with mechanical, electrical disciplines

Engineering based NVQ level 2 and 3

Tools

Intermediate IT skills – typically Word, Excel

Wheel Lathe operations & maintenance

Job description

A leading rail technology firm in Bristol seeks a Wheel Lathe Technician to maintain and repair rolling stock assets. The ideal candidate will operate a wheel lathe and ensure compliance with operational specifications. Requirements include an M & E ONC or equivalent apprenticeship and a strong foundation in mechanical and electrical disciplines. The position offers a competitive salary of £43,375 plus allowances, and a range of benefits, including a pension plan and private medical insurance, within a diverse and inclusive work environment.