Electrical Maintenance Technician

BUSINESS FUNCTION: Engineering

GRADE: Skilled Train Maintainer

SALARY: £50,320 per annum, 75% Salary for Training Period

ROLE TYPE: On site

HOURS: 35 per week

All aboard Northern! – Ready to power up our train maintenance and keep things running smoothly?

Picture yourself at the forefront of train care, ensuring our fleet is in peak condition and ready to roll. If you have a passion for precision and problem solving, electrical know how, and thrive in a hands-on environment, this could be just the ticket to elevate your engineering career!

This is a role of purpose—it’s not just about changing engines, repairing traction motors, or making internal repairs and general maintenance—you’ll be contributing to our overall mission of improving rail travel.

Please note: This advert is for our Talent Pool – a great way to register your interest early. If your application is successful, we’ll keep your details on file for up to 9 months, and you’ll be among the first considered for any suitable upcoming opportunities.

Can you see yourself:

• Team Working: Collaborating with a dedicated Engineering Team to maintain and service our traction and rolling stock to the highest standards.
• Building Relationships: Communicating with colleagues to share updates and coordinate maintenance efforts, keeping everyone in sync and informed.
• Keeping Things on Track: Conducting maintenance, servicing, and repairs with expertise, ensuring our trains are safe and ready for service every day.
• Proactively Diagnosing: Using your expertise in diagnostic software to fault find, problem solve, and carry out root cause analysis to prevent future issues, focusing on our electric units.
• Communicating Clearly: Relaying essential information to apprentices and colleagues to foster a culture of teamwork and safety.
• Focusing on Safety: With concentration being your greatest ally, you'll adhere to safety regulations and conduct assessments, ensuring a clean and secure working environment.

Are you:

• Technically Skilled? With engineering qualifications to NVQ level 3 in Electrical Engineering.
• Sharp Focused? The ability to troubleshoot in a fast-paced, technical environment.
• Flexible? To adapt to the varying demands of train maintenance and operational needs.
• Proactive? With the initiative and motivation to lead by example and uphold the highest safety standards.
• Motivated? The drive to be the engine behind our operations, carrying out maintenance and repairs that keep our trains moving forward.
• Experienced? The ability to use diagnostic software to proactively identify and resolve issues and conduct root cause analysis. Alongside mentoring apprentices and contribute to our mission of improving rail travel for all.

Please note this role is safety critical and is subject to Rail Safety & Standards Board (RSSB) regulations. You MUST meet the following criteria for this position, or your application will be automatically rejected:

• Currently live within a 45-minute car journey from our Allerton Train Care Centre Postcode: L15 4LD.
• Be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.
• Pass the safety critical medical assessment, including drugs and alcohol screening.
• Not have defective colour vision.

What’s in it for you?

At Northern, we don’t just value our people - we go the extra mile to support them. Here’s a taste of what you can look forward to:

• Free Travel: Unlimited free travel for you, your partner, and your dependents on Northern services. Plus 75% discount on other networks in the UK and Europe.
• Generous Pension Scheme: We top up your contributions by 1.5 times.
• Enhanced Family Benefits: We offer 9 months of full pay for maternity leave and 2 weeks for paternity leave.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Save up to 42% on a bike and spread the cost.
• Exclusive Discounts: From shopping to wellbeing, Northern Perks has you covered.
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support for family, lifestyle, and more.
• Training and Career Development: We offer tailored training to our colleagues and opportunities to gain recognised qualifications. Plus enhanced career pathways no matter what part of the business you’re in.
• Recognition: We know how important it is to show how much we appreciate our people. That’s why we have our Northern Lights and Northern Sparks Awards, recognising and celebrating brilliance every day.

Why Northern?

We’re more than just a train operator. We’re the heartbeat of the North - connecting communities, creating opportunities, and driving sustainable growth. With 2,500 trains running daily, we’re on a mission to improve rail travel and enhance the customer experience while protecting the environment.

Back in 1825, the first passenger train set off in the North of England, after which rail quickly spread across the globe - and this year, we’re celebrating 200 years of the modern railway. As we look back on the historic events that led us here, we also look towards the future as we move into the era of Great British Rail. Join us at this pivotal moment in rail history and play your part in our journey.

A place for everyone

The best journeys happen when everyone feels welcome on board.

At Northern, we don’t just move people from A to B - we’re building a team where everyone feels they belong. Our talent team can make reasonable adjustments to the process if that’s something you need. We're also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer, so if you meet the minimum criteria for the role, we’ll always offer an interview.

We automate parts of our screening process to remove any unconscious bias and to make sure every application is treated fairly. All successful offers will be subject to a DBS check and medical assessment.

No matter your background, experience, or whether you call it a bap, barm, or cob… there’s a place for you here in the railway.