Carbon60 are working with a major UK airport in West London, who are searching for an experienced Engineering Rail Technician to join them on a full-time permanent basis.
Overview of the Role:
As an Engineering Rail Technician your role will be at the heart of delivering the best airport service in the world. The work you do will have a huge impact on the modernisation of the airport's asset base, contributing significantly to the overall customer experience.
Joining the airport's Rail Engineering team will give you broad exposure to a wide range of electrical and mechanical systems. With the support of a world-class team of experts, you will be responsible for fault finding, servicing, and the airport's fleet of trains and pods, and their track transit system (TTS).
This role will see you working in a number of settings, from underground tunnels to mechanical workshops. It's exciting work, where no two days are the same and the work you do will be vital in keeping the airport running smoothly.
Key Responsibilities:
* Enabling the airport's passengers to experience the best airport service in the world, through commissioning the new fleet of passenger trains.
* Applying your knowledge and skills to phase in new vehicles and phase out older stock.
* Investigating faulty or poor-performing assets, identifying improvements, and implementing meaningful change to improve the airport experience.
* Keeping records up to date to create efficiency and meet the airport's regulatory requirements.
* Showcasing your passion for ‘doing the right thing’, by proactively spotting hazards, reducing risks, and creating a safer environment for all.
* Carrying out all duties with consideration and a respect for best practice and continuous improvement.
Essential Skills & Requirements:
* NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a recognised engineering discipline.
* Strong mechanical skills, gained in a practical working environment.
* Experience working with trains, trams, or rolling stock highly advantageous.
* Demonstrable analytical skills with sound problem-solving ability.
* Ability to prioritise in a complex and fast-paced environment.
* Excellent communication skills.
Salary & Working Flex Specifics:
* Salary: £43,251 + shift allowance of £6,100.
* Office/Site Location: Hounslow, West London.
* Hours/Working Flex: 40 hours per week (full-time), with shift work, fully on-site.
Please note: This position requires a minimum of NVQ Level 3 in a recognised discipline. For qualifications sat after 1992 this would be an NVQ L3 in maintenance technician, mechanical engineering, mechatronics engineering, electrical engineering, or electronic engineering. For prior to 1992, the airport would be looking for a recognised indentured apprenticeship from the EITB, CITB, or JIB.