Fitter/Electrician

arriva; Crewe; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Pension

Life assurance

Healthcare cover

Arriva UK Trains Travel Pass

Cycle to Work scheme

Discount scheme

Job summary

Arriva TrainCare (ATC) in Crewe is seeking a qualified technician to maintain rail vehicles at the Crewe depot. You will work under the Team Leader and Heavy Maintenance Manager to perform maintenance tasks in line with procedures and safety standards.

The role requires a Level 3 qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and hands-on experience in rail vehicle maintenance, with a strong ability to read engineering drawings and interpret depot operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in rail vehicle maintenance activities.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Carry out work as allocated by the Team Leader / Heavy Maintenance Manager within set timescales.
• Operate rail vehicles within depot limits and in line with procedures.
• Adhere to safety procedures and local instructions.
• Ensure work sheets are signed off on completion.
• Follow Quality and Environmental procedures and work instructions.
• Attend briefs and take corrective actions as needed.

Skills

Rail vehicle maintenance

Depot operations knowledge

Engineering drawings interpretation

Education

Level 3 qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Organisation - Arriva TrainCare (ATC)

Location - Crewe

Contract - Permanent

Salary - £41,699.44

About Us

At Arriva TrainCare we provide high quality overhaul, maintenance and servicing of passenger rolling stock, locomotives, freight wagons and track plant. We operate throughout the UK from six strategic locations - Crewe, Bristol, Eastleigh, Cambridge, Tyne Yard and Scarborough.

Arriva TrainCare is part of Arriva, you'll be part of a professional team with these core behaviours at heart;

• We care passionately
• We do the right thing
• We make the difference

Benefits include 26 days annual leave inclusive of standard UK bank holidays, pension, life and healthcare cover, Arriva UK Trains Travel Pass, Cycle to Work scheme and Arriva Village retailer discount scheme.

The Role

Working in our Crewe depot and reporting into the team leader, you will be responsible for providing maintenance of rail vehicles to the laid down procedures.

Responsibilities

• Carry out work as allocated by the Team Leader / Heavy Maintenance Manager within set timescales and to the recognised standards.
• Operate (drive) rail vehicles as required, within depot operating limits, and in accordance with all relevant operating procedures.
• Ensure that safety procedures and documents are adhered to in accordance with VMI & local instruction.
• Ensure that work sheets are signed off promptly and correctly on completion of work.
• Ensure that the appropriate Quality and Environmental procedures and work instructions are adhered to.
• Attend technical, quality, safety and general briefings ensuring that the necessary action is taken on items raised.
• Undertake Safety Critical Work Regulations assessments under the guidance of the Team Leader, taking remedial action where necessary.
• Carry out any duties within level of competence, as requested by the Team Leader / Heavy Maintenance Manager.
• Maintain good housekeeping and standard of cleanliness throughout depot at all times.
• Use of all PPE in accordance with Standards and Local Instructions.
• Assist as directed by Team Leader / Heavy Maintenance Manager to ensure Rolling Stock availability / reliability targets are met.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.

What We Offer

• 26 days annual leave (inclusive of UK bank holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance and healthcare cover
• Arriva UK Trains Travel Pass
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Arriva Village retailer discount scheme

What You Bring

• Qualifications - must have a minimum of a Level 3 qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• Experience - involvement and understanding of rail vehicle maintenance activities
• Knowledge - good understanding of depot operations with the ability to interpret engineering drawings.
• Engineering - strong understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering Ready to start your next journey?

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