Apprentice - Rail Engineering Technician/Fitter: Level 3 - Crewe 2026

Alstom; Crewe; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Crewe is offering a fixed-term apprenticeship position focusing on mechanical and electrical maintenance. Candidates will participate in a comprehensive development program with placements across departments. Requirements include a minimum of 5 GCSEs (including Maths and Science), alongside good teamwork and self-motivation. The role includes maintenance tasks, supporting HS2 projects, and opportunities for skills development in a vibrant industry.

Benefits

Comprehensive social coverage

Award-winning learning investment

Long-term career stability

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs in core subjects required.
• Good mechanical/electrical skills needed.
• Self-motivated with team collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance on bogies and wheelsets.
• Assist in the construction of HS2 bogies.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Electrical ability

Teamwork

Self-motivated

Education

Minimum 5 GCSE’s of Grade 4-9 including Maths, English, and a Science

Job description

Req ID:504919

Appointment Basis: Fixed Term

Location: Crewe

Salary: £18,000

Application Deadline: 30th January 2026

To Apply: go to “Career Opportunities” in ALP

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Your future role

This is an opportunity to join a world-leading engineering company through a well-established 3-year Apprenticeship Development Programme. You will work alongside experienced professionals and receive strong support, mentoring and coaching while developing against the Apprenticeship Standard.

The programme includes placements across multiple departments to build a broad understanding of the business. Placements are planned to support your development and provide a varied, rewarding experience.

Academic college studies will be combined with real life work-based experience across our organisation. Your qualification will be completed at Reaseheath College – Training will be delivered by block release. The remainder of the time is spent at work in the depot where you will have the opportunity to build and gather evidence of your competence whilst working towards a formal qualification.

Key Responsibilities?

• The overhaul and maintenance of bogies, wheelsets, traction motors, pantographs and HVAC unit
• The construction of the new build bogies for HS2
• Participate in company initiatives, in particular to be engaged in Continuous Improvement activity targeted at all aspects of Alstom performance.
• Participate in STEM & other Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives
• To comply with Alstom Procedures and the Code of Ethics
• Carry out general depot duties
• Provide basic maintenance competency
• Carry out depot cleaning/general housekeeping
• Carry out Testingactivities in accordance with pre-written test procedures
• Assist in component change outs

What do I need to qualify for this job?

• Minimum 5 GCSE’s of Grade 4‑9, including Maths, English and a Science

• Good mechanical/electrical ability combined with understanding the importance of precision and accuracy
• Self‑motivated and able to demonstrate commitment to achieving the apprenticeship standard
• Be able to act as a member of a multi‑disciplined team (with flexibility around team roles), and also able to work on your own initiative where required.

Mobility by nature

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SFRqlwbmKts

Join us on a life‑long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career.

You’ll also:

• Enjoy stability, challenges and a long‑term career free from boring daily routines
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award‑winning learning
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

As part of the application process, you will need to answer a series of mandatory questions; please allocate time in going through and answering them to the best of your ability. The recruitment process includes online tests, assessment centre, competency interview. You will be contacted via email if you are successful at each stage.

We wish you the best of luck for all the steps and look forward to getting to know you!

Equal opportunity statement

Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.

As a 'Disability Confident' employer, we will interview all disabled job applicants who match the essential criteria of the job description or specification. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.