Locomotive Engineer

DB Cargo (UK) Ltd; Loose; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

EV charging at selected sites

Health Cash Plan

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

DB Cargo (UK) Ltd is seeking a motivated, safety-focused engineer to join our depot operations. The role requires a valid manual driving license, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, and hands-on engineering experience, preferably in rail.

The successful candidate will contribute to safety, maintenance and continuous improvement within a depot environment. Candidates should be able to commute within 1 hour and support team training plus on-the-job development.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and problem solving are essential.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities are required.
• Willingness to work independently when needed and lone work scenarios.

Responsibilities

• Operate the fuel point and use its dedicated IT systems.
• Operate powered equipment including cranes, wheel lathes, wheel drops, forklift trucks, and road/rail vehicles with proper training.
• Support depot operations and participate in safety and improvement activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Lone working

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Engineering apprenticeship pathway

Job description

breakdowns, recovery operations and other T&RS-related incidents as required. Report defective items and order materials when needed.

Safety and Compliance

Protect your own health, safety and welfare, as well as that of colleagues and others affected by your work. Take prompt and appropriate action to remove or control any hazard you encounter. Maintain a clean, safe and orderly working environment. Contribute to accident investigations. Help develop Safe Systems of Work and risk assessments.

Reporting and Continuous Improvement

Prepare accurate reports for ongoing work, including condition and production reports. Contribute ideas and practical support to continuous improvement initiatives.

Team Support and Development

Support on-the-job training for team members, trainees, other DB Cargo UK employees and contractors. Complete any training needed to support team development and depot operations, such as Designated Person (Depot), Risk Assessor or COSHH Custodian training. Depot

Operations and Equipment

Operate the fuel point and use its dedicated IT systems. Operate powered equipment as required, including fixed and mobile cranes, wheel lathes, wheel drops, forklift trucks, road and rail vehicles, HIABs and lifting jacks, subject to the appropriate training, certification and reassessment.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for someone who is highly motivated and committed to learning. Extremely safety focused who can take directions from managers and adhere to our rules and regulations. Have a flexible approach, with experience in teamwork and lone working. Attention to detail, problem solving and communication are also key skills we will be looking for in the successful candidate.

Requirements for the role

Candidates must hold a valid manual driving license, Live within a 1-hour commute, NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) as a minimum, The NVQ Level 3 could have been obtained through completing an engineering apprenticeship or through a course at College/ Sixth Form in an engineering discipline. Candidates will also have hands on engineering experience which must be displayed in their application. Experience in a similar role in the rail sector would be an advantage.

What matters to you?

Here at DB Cargo, we offer range of benefits as part of your employment. These will include: We are offering a salary of £36,099 per annum Shift Allowance of £4,086 per annum 31 days annual leave in addition to 2 public holidays Defined Contribution pension scheme with generous employer contribution - up to 10% employer contribution Free on-site parking EV charging at selected sites Health Cash Plan Available Cycle to work Scheme

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