Locomotive Engineer - Rail Maintenance & Safety

DB Cargo (UK) Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

EV charging at selected sites

Health Cash Plan Available

Cycle to work Scheme

31 days annual leave

Job summary

DB Cargo UK in Dollands Moor is seeking a Locomotive Engineer to support safe, efficient maintenance and operation of our locomotives. You will work with the maintenance team to deliver on-time repairs and ensure compliance with VMIOI standards.

The role requires hands-on engineering skills, a valid manual driving licence, and the ability to commute within an hour. A NVQ Level 3 and rail sector experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a valid manual driving license.
• Live within a 1-hour commute.
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) as a minimum.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and inspect traction and rolling stock safely and on time.
• Diagnose faults in electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Assist with breakdowns, recovery operations and other traction and rolling stock related incidents.
• Prepare accurate reports for ongoing work, including condition and production reports.
• Support depot operations and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Lone working

Education

NVQ Level 3

Job description

DB Cargo UK in Dollands Moor is seeking a Locomotive Engineer to support safe, efficient maintenance and operation of our locomotives. You will work with the maintenance team to deliver on-time repairs and ensure compliance with VMIOI standards.

The role requires hands-on engineering skills, a valid manual driving licence, and the ability to commute within an hour. A NVQ Level 3 and rail sector experience are preferred.