Maintenance Technician

Hitachi Rail UK Limited

London, United Kingdom
Base: £43,696; allowances: 15% shift allowance, £6...
Fully remote
24/7 shift roster experience
Rolling stock maintenance background
Electrical pneumatic mechanical schematics reading
This role offers an entry point into the rail industry with no previous railway experience required for candidates with a strong technical background

Job Summary

  • This role offers an entry point into the rail industry with no previous railway experience required for candidates with a strong technical background.
  • The position involves performing scheduled maintenance, servicing, and driving duties on Class 800 rolling stock supporting the Intercity Express Programme.
  • Employees are entitled to a competitive salary of £43,696 plus allowances, along with a pension scheme contributing up to 9%.

Matching Summary

This role offers an entry point into the rail industry with no previous railway experience required for candidates with a strong technical background.

Salary

Base: £43,696; Allowances: 15% Shift allowance, £6000 Location allowance; Benefits: Pension up to 9%, Private medical insurance, Group Life Insurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 24/7 shift roster experience
  • Rolling stock maintenance background
  • Electrical pneumatic mechanical schematics reading
  • Modern fault finding techniques
  • Health and safety adherence
  • Maintenance management systems usage

Nice-to-have

  • Complex electrical fault investigation
  • Train driving assessment and licence
  • Intermediate IT skills proficiency
  • Detailed report writing ability
  • Powered plant and tools operation

Key Requirements

  • Engineering NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
  • Completed apprenticeship in mechanical and/or electrical disciplines
  • Experience working a 24/7 shift roster
  • Outstanding Safety Awareness in railway engineering
  • Experience with modern rolling stock maintenance depots

Work Rights

Not specified

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