Future Rail Maintenance Technician Apprentice

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Rail UK Limited in Plymouth is seeking an Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprentice to start your engineering career at Laira Depot. You will support maintenance specialists and learn to use engineering tools safely while following procedures to maintain modern rolling stock.

Through a formal apprenticeship, you'll attend college, complete coursework to a high standard, and develop skills in teamwork, communication, and problem solving.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate genuine enthusiasm for maintenance work.
• GCSE Maths and English at grade 4/C or above are required.
• Good communication, time management and teamwork skills.
• Safety-conscious mindset with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist maintenance specialists with a range of tasks.
• Learn to use engineering tools safely and effectively.
• Follow standard operating procedures to maintain rolling stock.
• Participate in apprenticeship programme towards Level 3.
• Attend college and complete coursework to a high standard.

Skills

Maintenance enthusiasm

Strong communication

Time management

Teamwork

Professional and responsible

Microsoft Office

Health and safety awareness

Detail-oriented

Education

GCSE Maths & English (4/C or above)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

Hitachi Rail UK Limited in Plymouth is seeking an Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprentice to start your engineering career at Laira Depot. You will support maintenance specialists and learn to use engineering tools safely while following procedures to maintain modern rolling stock.

Through a formal apprenticeship, you'll attend college, complete coursework to a high standard, and develop skills in teamwork, communication, and problem solving.