Apprentice - Rolling Stock Maintenance Technician (Level 3)

Siemens AG; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Mobility is offering an Apprentice - Rolling Stock Maintenance Technician (Level 3) based in York. The 36‑month programme combines hands‑on maintenance work with structured training, day release and mentoring, leading to a permanent role on successful completion.

You will work toward the Level 3 Rail Engineering Technician apprenticeship standard, with NTAR as the delivery provider. This in‑person programme develops diagnostic, repair and maintenance skills for rolling stock.

Qualifications

• Achieve or be on track for at least 5 GCSEs grade 4/C or above including Maths and English.
• Not having Level 3 AME or Level 2 PEO.
• Eligibility to work in the UK for the duration of the apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for Level 3 Rail Engineering Technician apprenticeship with NTAR.
• Attend in‑person day release and complete knowledge, skills and behaviours criteria.
• Deliver the Business Impact Project and contribute to project outcomes while developing in the role.

Skills

Logical thinking

Self‑learning

Collaboration

Education

GCSEs incl Maths & English

Job description

Apprentice - Rolling Stock Maintenance Technician (Level 3)

Duration: 36 months + End Point Assessment

Closing date: 31st December 2026- Please note, we may close this advert earlier than advertised if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible

Imagine contributing to projects that help move millions of people every day?

At Siemens Mobility, we're developing innovative transport solutions that are transforming the future of rail and making travel more sustainable. Start your career at the heart of that journey!

Embark on your journey with us, combining hands‑on experience with structured development. Through technical training, apprenticeship development days and mentoring, you’ll built your skills working on meaningful projects. You’ll collaborate with other apprentices across the business, present your achievements and deliver a Business Impact Project by proposing a change to a business process. You’ll be aligned to a role in the business from day one, giving you clear focus for your development throughout the programme and a permanent role to move into upon successful completion of your apprenticeship.

The Siemens Mobility Customer Services business keeps trains running safely and reliably every day. The business delivers expert maintenance, technical support and digital solutions across the full lifecycle of rail fleets, helping customers maximise performance, availability and passenger satisfaction.

As a rolling stock maintenance apprentice based at York you will gain the skills and attributes needed to become a rolling stock technician. At York we are responsible for routine maintenance as well as fault diagnosis and repair of the class 185.

You will be working towards the achievement of an apprenticeship standard, with defined knowledge, skills and behaviour criteria that will be developed throughout your programme with us and your training provider.

As an Apprentice, you will be working towards the achievement of an apprenticeship standard, with defined knowledge, skills and behaviour criteria that will be developed throughout your programme with us and your training provider.

This role will align to apprenticeship Level 3, Rail Engineering Technician apprenticeship standard.

The anticipated delivery model is in person day release, with an estimated apprenticeship duration of 36months. The expected provider for this programme is NTAR

You‘ll make a difference by:

• Always turning up keen to learn and apply yourself.
• Being motivated to always perform at your best in a variety of scenarios.
• Being willing to apply the knowledge you have gained through your education and experience to challenging situations to get the best outcome for the project and customer.

What you’ll need to succeed:

We are seeking innovative and inquisitive candidates that demonstrate the following;

• You will have achieved or be on track to achieve at least 5 GCSE's grade 4 (C) or above including Maths and English Language.

You must NOT have completed the following in order to to apply to this role

• Level 3 AME (Advanced Manufacturing Engineering)
• Level 2 PEO (Performing Engineering Operations)

We are looking for candidates with the following attributes:

• Logical thinking, willing to self-learn and research, and take a creative approach to problem solving
• Ability to work independently, safely and responsibly; take ownership of challenges and ideas and are looking to develop your ability to drive and lead change
• Enjoy collaborating with others to find innovative solutions

As part of our recruitment process, all applicants for apprenticeship positions will be required to provide proof of qualifications achieved, as well as any qualifications in progress, prior to any job offer being made. This ensures that candidates meet the necessary educational criteria for the role.

Transform The Everyday with us

We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and transform the every day with us!

We are a Disability Confident Leader and welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact your recruiter, who will be happy to support you.

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