Corrective Technician 6-Month Fixed Term Contract (Chester)

Caf Rail Uk Limited; Chester; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Caf Rail UK Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking an electrically/mechanically skilled engineer to diagnose faults across an advanced train fleet, using electrical schematics and diagnostic software. You will perform corrective actions and repairs in a depot, ensuring passenger service availability and reliability, with NVQ3 and post-apprenticeship experience.

The role requires shifts, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work flexibly; CAF pays a competitive salary of around £62,000

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in electrical/ mechanical engineering and 3 years post-apprenticeship.
• Experience in detecting faults and carrying out root cause analysis across multiple systems.
• Ability to interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematic diagrams.
• Proficient in using diagnostic software and test/measuring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and perform root-cause analysis on an advanced fleet across multiple systems.
• Carry out corrective actions and repairs on new trains in a depot to ensure passenger service availability and reliability.
• Interpret electrical/hydraulic/pneumatic schematics and use diagnostic software and test equipment.
• Work with flexibility, including weekends and variable shifts, to support service continuity.

Skills

Fault diagnosis

Root cause analysis

Electrical schematics

Diagnostic software

Test equipment

Measuring equipment

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Diagnostic software

Job description

What can you expect from CAF?

• Positive Work Environment: You will work in a positive environment, based on mutual respect and team spirit.
• Professional Development: Our projects are often measured in years, sometimes decades, giving you and the organisation a future.
• Learning and Autonomy: We will encourage you to work autonomously, being able to propose and decide 'what' and 'how'.
• Security and Reliability: CAF has been working for over 100 years on a path that stretches into the future, giving you the security you need.
• Cutting-edge technology: You will work with the latest technologies, facing the challenge of devising innovative approaches and solutions every day.

What will be your role in the company?

If you have technical expertise and an analytical mindset, we need you on our team. You'll work with us to diagnose faults and conduct root cause analysis for an advanced fleet across a range of systems (electrical, pneumatic & hydraulic), using a combination of electrical schematics, test equipment, and diagnostic software.

If you are someone who thrives on finding solutions in a constantly changing environment, and are driven to achieve results, then this role is perfect for you. As a valued member of our team, you will be responsible for performing corrective actions and repairs on new trains in a depot setting to ensure passenger service availability and reliability.

If you have technical expertise and an analytical mindset, we need you on our team. You'll work with us to diagnose faults and conduct root cause analysis for an advanced fleet across a range of systems (electrical, pneumatic & hydraulic), using a combination of electrical schematics, test equipment, and diagnostic software.

If you are someone who thrives on finding solutions in a constantly changing environment, and are driven to achieve results, then this role is perfect for you. As a valued member of our team, you will be responsible for performing corrective actions and repairs on new trains in a depot setting to ensure passenger service availability and reliability.

What salary will you be paid for this role?

As a Real Living Wage Employer, we are proud to pay competitively at CAF. For this role you will be offered a salary in the region of £62,000 per annum.

What will make you successful in this position?

To succeed in the role, you have an NVQ Level 3 in electrical/ mechanical engineering (or equivalent) plus 3 years of post-apprenticeship experience under your belt. You have experience in detecting faults and carrying out root cause analysis across multiple systems and are capable of interpreting electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematic diagrams, as well as being proficient in using diagnostic software, and test and measuring equipment.

You hold a valid a valid driver's license and have a flexible approach to working varying shifts including weekends, and both day and night shifts.

What can you expect from CAF?

• Positive Work Environment: You will work in a positive environment, based on mutual respect and team spirit.
• Professional Development: Our projects are often measured in years, sometimes decades, giving you and the organisation a future.
• Learning and Autonomy: We will encourage you to work autonomously, being able to propose and decide 'what' and 'how'.
• Security and Reliability: CAF has been working for over 100 years on a path that stretches into the future, giving you the security you need.
• Cutting-edge technology: You will work with the latest technologies, facing the challenge of devising innovative approaches and solutions every day.

What will be your role in the company?

If you have technical expertise and an analytical mindset, we need you on our team. You'll work with us to diagnose faults and conduct root cause analysis for an advanced fleet across a range of systems (electrical, pneumatic & hydraulic), using a combination of electrical schematics, test equipment, and diagnostic software.

If you are someone who thrives on finding solutions in a constantly changing environment, and are driven to achieve results, then this role is perfect for you. As a valued member of our team, you will be responsible for performing corrective actions and repairs on new trains in a depot setting to ensure passenger service availability and reliability.

If you have technical expertise and an analytical mindset, we need you on our team. You'll work with us to diagnose faults and conduct root cause analysis for an advanced fleet across a range of systems (electrical, pneumatic & hydraulic), using a combination of electrical schematics, test equipment, and diagnostic software.

If you are someone who thrives on finding solutions in a constantly changing environment, and are driven to achieve results, then this role is perfect for you. As a valued member of our team, you will be responsible for performing corrective actions and repairs on new trains in a depot setting to ensure passenger service availability and reliability.

What salary will you be paid for this role?

As a Real Living Wage Employer, we are proud to pay competitively at CAF. For this role you will be offered a salary in the region of £62,000 per annum.

What will make you successful in this position?

To succeed in the role, you have an NVQ Level 3 in electrical/ mechanical engineering (or equivalent) plus 3 years of post-apprenticeship experience under your belt. You have experience in detecting faults and carrying out root cause analysis across multiple systems and are capable of interpreting electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematic diagrams, as well as being proficient in using diagnostic software, and test and measuring equipment.

You hold a valid a valid driver's license and have a flexible approach to working varying shifts including weekends, and both day and night shifts.