https://jobs.co.uk/job/maintenance-assistant-rolling-stock-shorterm-group--578ffa71-e235-48bf-8d2f-d8a4df858701 RSS feed for Maintenance Assistant - Rolling Stock at Shorterm Group. en-gb Sun, 23 Aug 2026 07:48:09 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/maintenance-assistant-rolling-stock-shorterm-group--578ffa71-e235-48bf-8d2f-d8a4df858701 https://jobs.co.uk/job/maintenance-assistant-rolling-stock-shorterm-group--578ffa71-e235-48bf-8d2f-d8a4df858701 Sat, 22 Aug 2026 11:51:42 GMT Location: Wakefield | Salary: 20.07-20.07 Hourly | Type: Contract | Job location: Crofton, WakefieldJob title: Maintenance AssistantShift Pattern: 4on 4off days and nightsHours per week: 40 hours averagePay Rate (per hour): £20.07 PAYE/£26.08 UmbrellaDuration: Ongoing contractStart date: ASAPIndustries considered: Automotive, Rolling Stock, Aerospace.Disciplines considered: Mechanically biased, HGV Technician, Ex Forces Mechanical Technician -Tanks/Excavator, Heavy Plant Technician - JCB/HGV/TRAINSClient Summary:My client based in Crofton requires Maintenance Assistants. The role is within the Rail Industry so will require candidates from a similar background.Position Summary:Working under their own initiative, to carry out routine maintenance, repair and basic fault finding work on the DEMU Class 180 Fleets.Job Profile - Safety Critical / Safety Related: Routine rail vehicle maintenance as per laid down Vehicle Maintenance Instruction (VMI) Assist Technicians as required. Where trained and competent Tyre Turn on the Wheel Lathe in accordance with laid down specifications. Operation of powered plant, lifting and mechanical handling equipment. Where trained and competent move vehicles around the site. Operation of Battery Charging/Shore Supply equip... Contract