Kinetic plc
Trainee Repair Technician
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£26000 - £30000 per annum
Middleton, England, North West
Trainee Repair Technician
Permanent
Kinetic Industrial are looking for a practical and hands-on individual to join a leading global supplier of safety components and solutions to the railway industry. This is a permanent opportunity suited to someone looking to start or develop their career within electronics, engineering or technical repair. You will work alongside experienced Technicians and receive full training and support, with a clear opportunity to progress to Technician level as your skills and experience develop.
Role:
- Carrying out routine servicing and testing of electronic equipment
- Preparing equipment for repair, servicing and overhaul
- Supporting experienced Technicians with repair and refurbishment work
- Using a range of test equipment as part of routine testing
- Assisting with the identification of faulty components and equipment
- Carrying out basic soldering and de-soldering where required
- Recognising different electronic components and developing an understanding of their functions
- Reading and following technical manuals, diagrams and product drawings
- Completing relevant test results, paperwork and documentation accurately
- Maintaining equipment, tools and inventory
- Supporting general warehouse and administrative activities when required
- Attending regular training and development workshops
- Following company procedures and health & safety requirements
- Identifying opportunities to improve internal processes and procedures
- Working closely with experienced Technicians to develop your technical knowledge and skills
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Requirements:
- Previous experience within a technical, engineering, electronics or manufacturing environment is advantageous but not essential
- A genuine interest in electronics, engineering or technical repair
- Practical and hands-on approach to work
- Willingness to learn and develop new technical skills
- Good attention to detail
- Reliable and organised
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to read and understand basic technical drawings or instructions
- Good written and spoken English
- Basic knowledge of MS Office
- Previous electronics qualifications or completed exams would be advantageous but are not essential
Full training will be provided, so candidates with limited direct repair experience will be considered if they can demonstrate the right attitude, practical ability and willingness to learn.
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Details:
- Hours: Monday to Thursday, 7:30am - 3:30pm; Friday, 7:30am - 1:30pm
- Job Type: Permanent
- Training: Full training and support provided
- Progression: Clear progression pathway to Technician level
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in electronics and engineering, with the support and training needed to develop into a fully skilled Technician.
Kinetic plc is a Recruitment Consultancy with over 40 years of experience of delivering staffing solutions to the engineering, manufacturing and technical industries. Kinetic plc treats all applications with a high degree of care, we review all submissions and will attempt to contact applicants who match the job profile. Those that do not meet the specification may not be contacted but their CV retained to be considered against future opportunities.
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Job Reference: 972414 lt
Contact: Lucy Taggart
Tel: 0161 874 1645
Email: lucy.taggart@kinetic-industrial.co.uk
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