Locomotive Engineer – Rail & Rolling Stock Expert

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

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.