Machinist / Fitter

2 weeks ago


Penrhyndeudraeth, United Kingdom Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways Full time

Here on the FfWHR we are looking to consolidate our position as one of the premier tourist attractions in the Top Left Hand Corner of Wales. Our Engineering Works provide a unique blend of innovative and progressive modern construction and heritage preservation and interpretation. We are pleased to announce a rare and exciting opportunity for someone to join the permanent staff working in this unique environment.

We are looking to recruit a Machinist / Fitter to join our engineering workshop team. The Workshops are responsible for the building and maintaining of the Company’s fleet of steam and diesel locomotives in accordance with current and developing Festiniog Railway Company policies and plans, and also undertake contract work for other Heritage Railways and associated organisations.

**We can offer you**:

- Salaries in the range of £21,840 - £23,920 per annum dependent on experience
- 40 hours per week, usually Monday to Friday, occasional weekend working may be required
- A minimum of 28 days paid holiday, inclusive of all bank and public holidays
- Enrolment into the company pension scheme after a qualifying period
- Company enhanced sick pay
- Travel benefits on the Ff&WHR and on national rail according to the Rail Staff Travel rules in place at the time of employment.

This permanent, full time position will be based at Boston Lodge Engineering Works, near Porthmadog.

We are looking for someone who knows their way around traditional workshop machinery such as lathes and milling machines. We appreciate that knowledge of this kind of work is often built on experience as much as formal training and so we are keen to hear from anyone who feels they can demonstrate their experience. We may also be able to enhance your skills profile through further training.

**Core Skills**:

- Proven experience in turning and milling work
- NVQ level 2 or higher (or similar) relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Good time management skills
- Ability to work in a team
- The ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh is desirable

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £21,840.00-£23,920.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location