Electrical Technician

Ford & Stanley Talentwise; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading urban transport service provider in London is seeking an Electrical Technician to maintain advanced driverless trains. You'll manage high-tech systems, ensuring safety and performance as part of a modern fleet. Ideal candidates should have NVQ Level 3 in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering and strong diagnostic skills. This is a chance to impact urban transport significantly.

Qualifications

• Dual-skilled technician with an electrical bias.
• Experience with rolling stock is ideal.
• Passion for solving complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fault-finding, testing, and repairs on high-tech systems.
• Utilize diagnostic software and advanced testing equipment.
• Ensure the operation of Traction Control & Braking Systems.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Root cause analysis skills

Reading schematics

Skilled with diagnostic software

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Join the Future of Urban Transport! CAF Rail Services is powering the next generation of driverless DLR trains, and Ford & Stanley Talentwise is on the hunt for a skilled Electrical Technician to be part of this cutting-edge transformation at Beckton Depot.

The Opportunity: Imagine working on a fleet of brand-new, state-of-the-art trains—equipped with air conditioning, mobile charging points, and enhanced accessibility. These upgrades are a leap into the future of London's transport network. Your work will directly impact millions of passengers, ensuring safety, comfort, and reliability across the DLR.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Fault-finding, testing, and repairs on high-tech systems, including:
• Traction Control & Braking Systems
• Passenger Info Systems, PA & CCTV
• Access Doors & HVAC
• Diesel Engines, Generators & High Voltage Systems
• Complex Cab Control Systems with GPS & Safety Tech
• Hydraulics (up to 300 bar) & Pneumatics (up to 12 bar)
• You'll use diagnostic software, schematics, and advanced testing equipment to keep these futuristic trains running smoothly.

Location & Hours

Base: Beckton, East London

Schedule: Start on day shifts, transitioning to rotating shifts (days, nights, weekends) expected from October 2025

The Candidate

You're a dual-skilled technician with an electrical bias, ideally with rolling stock experience. You thrive on solving complex problems and take pride in precision and performance.

Must-Haves

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering
• Strong fault-finding and root cause analysis skills
• Confident reading schematics (electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic)
• Skilled with diagnostic software and testing tools

Ready to Apply?

Whether you're an Electrical Technician, Warranty Engineer, or just someone passionate about rail innovation—this is your chance to be part of something big.

About Ford & Stanley Group

Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom.

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