Mobile Rail Maintenance Technician
Position: Mobile Rail Maintenance Technician
Location: Based in Stoke, Derby, Doncaster, or Rugby (with regional travel)
Salary: cGBP35,000 basic salary (depending on experience and qualifications)
Hours: 40 hours per week
Shift pattern: Work a 3 shift pattern rotating days and afternoons (example of this would be 3 days on 2 days off)
Benefits: 25 days holiday + 8 Bank holidays, Company pension, Health care scheme benefits, and life insurance.
Company van provided and fuel card for business use.
Expenses: GBP35 paid for food and drinks allowance per night if you are staying away from home due to being on a job a bit further afield. Also, hotel accommodation provided and pre-booked by the company.
Progression: Lots of progression to move up the ladder; this is a career for life.
PPE Provided: Hard hat, bump cap, eye protection, safety footwear, torch, ear defenders, full high-visibility gear, and respiratory protection as needed.
The role
We are looking for a mechanical engineer and are happy to consider mechanical engineers from other sectors including mechanical fitters, automotive and vehicle mechanics, agricultural engineers, and HGV engineers to cross-train to deliver mechanical maintenance support for Rail Freight vehicles. Training and development will be provided for engineering competencies across mechanical and electrical disciplines.
This is a mobile role requiring Midlands regional travel for planned maintenance and emergency repairs to where the trains are based. A van will be provided and you will work a shift pattern over a 40-hour week.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out scheduled maintenance on locomotives and rolling stock at major depots.
* Conduct mechanical and electrical repairs and testing procedures.
* Ensure the trains meet operational safety and performance standards.
* Adhere to all safety, health, environmental, and quality (SHEQ) policies.
* Complete maintenance documentation on the computer system.
* Maintain a clean and safe working environment at all times.
Essential
* NVQ Level 3 in a relevant engineering discipline.
* Full UK Driving Licence.
* Ability to work shifts, including some nights and occasional weekends (typically 1 in 3 weekends).
* Comfortable with regional travel (up to 2 hours) for emergency call-outs.
If you are interested in applying for this position and want a future career in the ever-growing rail sector offering training and progression, send your CV through the link now. #J-18808-Ljbffr