Locomotive Technician - Peterborough

JR United Kingdom; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering company in Peterborough is seeking a Locomotive Technician to ensure fleet reliability through effective maintenance and repair of commercial freight trains. The role includes various responsibilities such as leading projects, conducting audits, and updating systems. Candidates should have an L3 Engineering Apprenticeship and experience in diesel technology. Competitive benefits and a supportive environment are offered.

Benefits

33 days holiday entitlement

5% pension contributions

Life assurance scheme

Company sick pay

Employee assistance program

Retail discounts

Fuel cards

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Demonstrable history of working effectively with diesel engineering technology.
• Self-starter capable of coaching others.
• High level of professionalism with strong customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance, repair, overhaul, modification and fault-finding.
• Lead engineer for contracts/projects.
• Conduct audits according to quality management standards.

Skills

Experience in diesel engineering

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Strong communication skills

Education

L3 Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent

Tools

SAP system

Diesel technology

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peterborough, United Kingdom

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Posted:

04.08.2025

Expiry Date:

18.09.2025

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Job Description:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Locomotive Technician to join our team at our Peterborough depot.

Are you naturally inquisitive and enjoy problem solving and trouble shooting? Do you have a keen eye for details? Do you pride yourself in your technical knowledge and communication skills?

As a Locomotive Technician, you will take pride in delivering fleet reliability through the timely, safe and effective execution of allocated contract maintenance and engineering projects, whilst keeping within agreed timescales and budgets. You will need to have a proactive approach working on the fleet of commercial freight trains covering refurbishment, servicing and exams.

Ideally we are looking for a technician that has experience within the rail industry, but with many cross transferable skills the role would suit candidates that are exiting the Armed forces, particularly the REME or those that have experience with servicing large HGVs, buses or trams.

Progress Rail - Electro Motive Diesel is a subsidiary of Caterpillar, specialized in manufacturing, maintaining and overhauling diesel-electric locomotives across the world. For more than half a century, Electro-Motive Diesel has hauled freight and passengers, powered ships, and generated electricity for over 100 countries around the globe. Becoming a part of the Electro-Motive Diesel means becoming a part of a challenging and bright future in our global marketplace.

The rolewill include:

• Carrying out maintenance, repair, overhaul, modification and fault-finding activities
• Lead engineer for contracts, projects or tasks as necessary to support operational performance
• Updating SAP system to ensure availability of parts
• Inputting data into the locomotive history tracking system
• Assisting other engineers on the team
• Conducting audits in line with Company quality management standards and processes
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
• Acting as a role model of Quality, Health and Safety and Environmental Policies
• Working in line with legislation and rail industry requirements

The shift cycle runs over 5 weeks and includes covering 1 weekend in 5.

Week 1 Monday - Friday 06:00-14:30

Week 2 Monday - Friday 13:30-22:00

Week 3 Monday - Friday 06:00-14:30

Week 4 Friday 07:00-15:00, Saturday - Sunday 07:00-17:30

Week 5 Monday - Friday 13:30-22:00

We can offer you

• 33 days holiday entitlement
• 5% pension contributions; Life assurance scheme
• Company sick pay & a medical benefit salary sacrifice scheme
• Employee assistance program
• A supportive & friendly work environment

What we would love you to bring to the role:

• L3 Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent
• Driving license (B/ B1)
• Demonstrable history of working effectively with Diesel engineering technology and associated systems and controls
• Self- starter and a team player, able to coach and help others to get the job done to a high-standard
• A strong communicator with ability to build relationships across the organisation
• A logical, analytical and objective approach to problem solving and fault diagnosis
• High level of professionalism & strong sense of customer satisfaction
• Youll need to be based close to our Peterborough depot and have a valid right to work in the UK

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Locomotive Technician to join our team at our Peterborough depot.

Are you naturally inquisitive and enjoy problem solving and trouble shooting? Do you have a keen eye for details? Do you pride yourself in your technical knowledge and communication skills?

As a Locomotive Technician, you will take pride in delivering fleet reliability through the timely, safe and effective execution of allocated contract maintenance and engineering projects, whilst keeping within agreed timescales and budgets. You will need to have a proactive approach working on the fleet of commercial freight trains covering refurbishment, servicing and exams.

Ideally we are looking for a technician that has experience within the rail industry, but with many cross transferable skills the role would suit candidates that are exiting the Armed forces, particularly the REME or those that have experience with servicing large HGVs, buses or trams.

Progress Rail - Electro Motive Diesel is a subsidiary of Caterpillar, specialized in manufacturing, maintaining and overhauling diesel-electric locomotives across the world. For more than half a century, Electro-Motive Diesel has hauled freight and passengers, powered ships, and generated electricity for over 100 countries around the globe. Becoming a part of the Electro-Motive Diesel means becoming a part of a challenging and bright future in our global marketplace.

The rolewill include:

• Carrying out maintenance, repair, overhaul, modification and fault-finding activities
• Lead engineer for contracts, projects or tasks as necessary to support operational performance
• Updating SAP system to ensure availability of parts
• Inputting data into the locomotive history tracking system
• Assisting other engineers on the team
• Conducting audits in line with Company quality management standards and processes
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
• Acting as a role model of Quality, Health and Safety and Environmental Policies
• Working in line with legislation and rail industry requirements

The shift cycle runs over 5 weeks and includes covering 1 weekend in 5.

Week 1 Monday - Friday 06:00-14:30

Week 2 Monday - Friday 13:30-22:00

Week 3 Monday - Friday 06:00-14:30

Week 4 Friday 07:00-15:00, Saturday - Sunday 07:00-17:30

Week 5 Monday - Friday 13:30-22:00

We can offer you

• 33 days holiday entitlement
• 5% pension contributions; Life assurance scheme
• Company sick pay & a medical benefit salary sacrifice scheme
• Employee assistance program
• Retail discounts
• A supportive & friendly work environment
• Fuel cards

What we would love you to bring to the role:

• L3 Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent
• Driving license (B/ B1)
• Demonstrable history of working effectively with Diesel engineering technology and associated systems and controls
• Self- starter and a team player, able to coach and help others to get the job done to a high-standard
• A strong communicator with ability to build relationships across the organisation
• A logical, analytical and objective approach to problem solving and fault diagnosis
• High level of professionalism & strong sense of customer satisfaction
• Youll need to be based close to our Peterborough depot and have a valid right to work in the UK

Electro-Motive Diesels Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Please note the company operates a strict drugs and alcohol policy.

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