Are you looking for a career where you can make a real difference in peoples day.
We are seeking a Performance Engineer to join our team based from Slade Green Depot.
Can you move people? Apply now.
What youll do
To identify, monitor, and report on all aspects of fleet performance (inclusive of but not limited to delay attribution, and incident management) for all Southeastern operated Fleets, identifying and investigating trends within the Engineering Directorate. To carry out quality assurance checks such as in process checks and finished work inspections as required.
Ensure compliance to quality control and fleet safety processes and procedures within the Engineering department.
Drive continual improvement in the reliability, and customer satisfaction of vehicles entering service from engineering maintenance facilities by means of investigation, statistical analysis, provide feedback and advice to MDCs on defect management, and technical audit.Highlight areas of weakness and opportunities for improvement, within the DOTEL and other processes effecting performance.
The experience youll need
To be considered for this role we recommend you demonstrate the below in your application;
5+ years' experience in general rolling stock, knowledge of planned maintenance processes and repair of rail vehicle systems.
Vocationally competent in general rolling stock, knowledge of planned maintenance processes and repair of rail vehicle systems.
General knowledge of all current types of Southeastern operated rolling stock.
Qualified Internal Auditor (desirable)
Minimum HND/HNC or equivalent in an engineering discipline.
Completed a recognised Advanced Apprenticeship framework (Level 3) or equivalent.
Demonstrable Continued Professional Development (CPD) through membership of professional institution (such as the IMechE, IET or CQI) (desirable).
Institute of Leadership and Management Level 3 (ILM3) qualification or equivalent (desirable).
As proud members of the Armed Forces Covenant and Disability Confident Scheme, we will offer you an interview if you apply under these schemes and meet the minimum criteria for the role. Find out more here .
Other things to know
This vacancy may close early if we receive a large number of applications. So, make sure you get yours in early.
All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, a right to work verification, a basic criminal record check, and a pre-employment medical assessment. Work visa sponsorship isnt available for this role.
If you applied but werent successful in getting a similar role at Southeastern, please wait six months before applying again.
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What youll get in return
Along with your salary, the rewards youll get include:
a final salary pension
25 days annual leave allowance (plus bank holidays)
free rail travel across our networks.
Meaning you can feel secure in your career as well as fulfilled by your work. Click here to see our full range of amazing benefits .
A bit about Southeastern
Were one of Britain's busiest train operators, serving London, Kent and parts of East Sussex. We run over 1,700 trains a day, carrying more than 500,000 passengers and serving 180 stations.
However, working on our railway is more than getting passengers from A to B. Its about all the little moments that make a difference to their journey.
Its also about making our railway a great place to work. With a team that represents the communities we serve. This is a journey were fully committed to and were proud to have been named a Great Place to Work at the 2023 National Rail Awards and endorsed as a WORK180 Employer for Women.
Our ways of working are what we expect of everyone at Southeastern. They are powerful. Tiny moments, every day, from every one of us, add up to massive, positive change. Improving how it feels to work here and how it feels to travel with us.
Learn more about our railway and what we achieved in 2023 .
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