Up-skilling mechanic into a Rolling Stock Technician

ZipRecruiter; Crawley; On-site; GBP 2,000 - 3,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the transportation sector is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance and repairs on rolling stock passenger vehicles. This role offers a comprehensive training program to develop your skills in a vital industry. Candidates should have a background in vehicle mechanics and be willing to work mixed shifts. The position promises ongoing work with potential for permanent employment based on performance.

Qualifications

• Experience in vehicle mechanics and fault-finding is desirable.
• Knowledge of workplace H&S and ability to record work electronically preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out maintenance, repairs, and inspections.
• Diagnosing and rectifying mechanical & electronic faults.
• Ensuring safe and efficient work practices.

Skills

Vehicle Mechanics

Fault-Finding

Maintenance Principles

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Mechanical Discipline

Job description

Job Description

Great opportunity to progress into rolling stock!

Job Title:

Maintenance Technician (Training Provided)

Location:

Crawley

Hourly Pay Rate:

• Level 3 - £21.12 P.A.Y.E. OR £27.74 Umbrella
• Level 2 - £20.06 P.A.Y.E. 26.32 Umbrella (Rising to level 3 after 9 months)

Shifts:

Mixed (5 on 5 off days and nights, 12-hour shifts). Must be willing to work both days and nights.

Hours per Week:

40-48 + overtime

Duration:

Ongoing, guaranteed 12 months, likely to be around 3+ years, with a chance to become permanent based on performance.

Start Date:

To be confirmed

Industries/Disciplines Considered:

Light vehicle, heavy vehicle, motor mechanics, maintenance technicians (machine), aviation, plant, Armed Forces.

Client Summary:

We are recruiting Mechanical Maintenance Technicians for the transportation sector. We offer a tailor-made training program to upskill mechanically minded individuals into highly competent maintenance technicians for Rolling Stock, in partnership with Siemens Mobility.

Position Summary:

You will perform maintenance, repair, and fault finding on rolling stock passenger vehicles, including systems like braking, pneumatics, wheelsets, and other mechanical assemblies.

Responsibilities:

• Carrying out maintenance, repairs, and inspections
• Diagnosing and rectifying mechanical & electronic faults
• Performing routine servicing and general maintenance
• Documenting faults and repairs accurately
• Ensuring safe and efficient work practices
• Operating powered plant and mechanical handling equipment
• Reporting process, tooling, or documentation issues
• Highlighting health and safety concerns
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment
• Supporting quality, waste reduction, delivery, and H&S targets
• Producing fault-finding reports and suggesting improvements

Person Profile/Experience:

Experience in vehicle mechanics, fault-finding, and maintenance principles is desirable but not essential. Knowledge of workplace H&S and ability to record work electronically are preferred.

Qualifications:

Minimum NVQ Level 2 in a Mechanical discipline or equivalent experience. At least 1 year's relevant mechanical/electrical work experience is preferred.

Additional Information:

All applicants must pass a drugs and alcohol test prior to employment. Due to high application volume, only suitable candidates will be contacted. The job specification may be subject to change.