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Brief Description
You'll help keep our nation moving every single day.
A critical part of the work we do is the daily upkeep of the rail network. As a technician, you'll work outdoors in a team, supporting essential maintenance to keep the railway running safely and smoothly for passengers and freight users.
Our employees come from a variety of different backgrounds, and this might be the first time that you've even considered a career in rail. We're focused on your transferable skills and behaviours, and if you can demonstrate that you are well suited, then we will provide you with all the necessary training to have you working safely and competently out on the network.
About the role
The Distribution and Plant team consists of individuals with electrical and mechanical skills and expertise. Much of the equipment we are responsible for is operationally critical to the Railway and running of trains.
You will be based out of our Doncaster maintenance depot but will be working on equipment on the East Coast Main Line local to Doncaster as well as the Sheffield, North Lincolnshire, Hitchin and Peterborough areas. There will be a requirement to travel (in company time) and stay over when necessary. A company vehicle will be provided for business travel.
You'll work independently and as part of a team to maintain the standard of the electrical & mechanical equipment. You will be responsible for inspecting and testing a diverse range of electrical and mechanical equipment.
Essential Criteria
- Hold an NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant subject or have attained the appropriate level of knowledge gained through equivalent relevant experience.
- Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business need.
- Experience of organising and controlling the safe and efficient delivery of work.
- Excellent communication skills, both in person and in writing.
- Knowledge of relevant standards, procedures and instructions.
- A clear and inspirational leader with a strong sense of direction.
Desirable Criteria
- Have or willing to learn City & Guilds 2391-52 Level 3 Award in Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installation.
- Have or be willing to learn In Service Inspection & Management of Lifting Equipment Accessories.
- Understanding and experience of railway infrastructure maintenance.
You matter to your team
A natural team player, you'll also be able to lead the team when required. You'll use your skills to deliver work safely and will check the team has the right competencies to meet our strict safety standards.
Your skills matter
Our Team Leaders play a vital role in our maintenance teams. You don't necessarily need rail experience, but you do need to show how your transferable skills meet the following:
- Leadership: You're able to lead, motivate and direct a team for safe and efficient work delivery.
- Effective communicator: You'll need strong communication skills and be able to deliver clear instructions to the team and other colleagues.
- Technical skills: You'll have knowledge and experience of inspection, faulting, maintenance and renewal techniques.
- Safety: You consistently role model safe behaviours and can arrange and implement safe systems of work.
- Problem solver: You'll be persistent in finding safe and effective solutions to issues you find out in your working environment.
- Willingness to learn: You'll consistently develop your skills and competencies, keeping up to date with new standards, procedures and instructions.
- Relevant qualification: You will have successfully completed an appropriate apprenticeship in an electrical/mechanical field.
It matters that this is the right role for you.
Here's some additional information which might help you:
- Shifts: Team Leader roles involve a changing shift pattern including days, nights and weekends.
- Outdoor working: Our Team Leaders work outside in all weathers and so you'll be comfortable working in different conditions.
- Safe working: Offers of employment are subject to drug and alcohol testing and passing of the relevant medical assessment and BPSS pre-employment checks.
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