Dual Skilled Technician

Ganymede Solutions Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK rail operator seeks a Dual Skilled Technician in Leeds to maintain mechanical and electrical systems. The ideal candidate will have qualifications in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, with focus on safety and compliance. The role offers a competitive salary of £45,000 - £55,000, numerous benefits and overtime opportunities, along with a chance to develop in the rail industry.

Benefits

Railway pension scheme

28 days of holiday

Overtime opportunities

Stable career path

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Mechanical and/or Electrical Technician.
• Experience in planned inspections and servicing of mechanical/electrical systems.
• Ability to diagnose faults and carry out repairs on sophisticated systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned inspections, servicing, and overhauls.
• Diagnose faults and repair systems.
• Replace and install mechanical and electrical components.
• Follow technical documentation and schematics.
• Complete condition checks for safety and compliance.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant qualification in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

Heavy-duty machinery

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Job description

Overview

Dual Skilled Technician

Leeds

£45,000 - £55,000 + Benefits + Over Time Opportunities

Are you a qualified Mechanical and/or Electrical Technician looking for your next challenge? Apply your expertise in the UK rail industry and join a team that values your engineering knowledge and problem-solving skills.

The Role and About You

As a Dual Skilled Technician, you’ll play a vital role in keeping critical assets in top condition. Your work will cover the full spectrum of mechanical and electrical maintenance on heavy-duty machinery, specialist vehicles, and associated systems. This is a safety-critical operations role where your attention to detail, accountability, and knowledge of mechanical/electrical engineering will be put to the test.

Responsibilities

• Performing planned inspections, servicing, and overhauls on large mechanical and electrical systems
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs on braking, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control systems
• Replacing and installing components such as motors, actuators, switchgear, and control panels
• Following technical documentation and schematics
• Completing condition checks, ensuring all work meets safety, compliance, and quality standards
• Maintaining accurate records and working collaboratively within a skilled engineering team

This role requires you to work on a 4-on, 4-off shift pattern covering 2 days and 2 nights, with the working hours being 07:00 – 19:00/19:00 – 07:00.

You must also pass pre-employment checks, including a basic DBS check, a Drugs & Alcohol screening and a full rail medical.

The Company

Join a leading UK rail operator that is committed to excellence and sustainability and is a prominent player within the UK's transport infrastructure. The company is committed to the development and well-being of its employees, offering a railway pension scheme, 28 days of holiday, plenty of over time opportunities and a stable career path with options to progress into supervisory, technical or field service roles.

This role is ideal both for those that are new to the rail sector and those who have previously worked in this environment or have worked with similar equipment/machinery/vehicles.

Next Steps

Ready to take the next step in your engineering career? If you have the required Mechanical or Electrical Engineering skills and are looking for a rewarding role in a new industry, we encourage you to apply.

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About Ganymede Solutions

Ganymede Solutions Ltd specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website.

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