Maintenance Technician

Transport for Wales; Machynlleth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport organization in Machynlleth is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure high standards of train maintenance. Responsibilities include conducting repairs and maintenance, changing engines, and adhering to operational procedures. Candidates must have relevant engineering qualifications and strong technical knowledge, along with a flexible approach to varied shift patterns. An understanding of Welsh language skills is valued but not necessary.

Qualifications

• Relevant engineering qualification is essential.
• Demonstrate good technical knowledge of mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• Understanding of Railway Operational Procedures is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-planned exams and unplanned repairs.
• Change engines, transmissions, and wheel sets.
• Be flexible with shift patterns including days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays.

Skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Electrical systems appreciation

Team player

Problem-solving attitude

Education

Relevant engineering qualification

Job description

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At Transport for Wales we value diversity. It makes us stronger, helps us understand our customers better, make better decisions and be more innovative. Everyone’s different and has their own perspective so we’re building a diverse team that mirrors the communities we serve. Through this we’re determined to be one of Wales' leading inclusive employers. We’re creating an inclusive transport network that everyone in Wales can be proud of.

Who we are

At Transport for Wales, we’re on a mission to transform transport in Wales and make it fit for the future, whether that’s rail, bus, walking or cycling. We want to inspire a nation to change the way it travels, so that we all travel more sustainably and help to combat the climate emergency we’re all facing.

We’re an open and inclusive place to work, where everyone is welcome and our people are supported to reach their full potential. We want to create an environment where our people can grow and succeed. This is key to enabling us to deliver on the promises we’ve made to the people of Wales to build a sustainable transport network that meets their needs.

Role responsibilities

As a Maintenance Technician, your role will play an integral part of our Maintenance Team in helping us to achieve our high standards of train maintenance through conducting pre-planned exams and unplanned repairs, as well as being responsible for changing engines, transmissions and wheel sets.

These roles will cover a variety of shift patterns including days, nights, weekends & Bank Holidays, so flexibility is essential.

Who we’re looking for

• Relevant engineering qualification
• Demonstrate good technical knowledge covering mechanical and hydraulic systems and have a strong appreciation of electrical systems,
• Understanding of Railway Operational Procedures,
• You will be a team player and have a “can do” attitude with an innovative approach to problem solving.

Welsh Language Skills

The ability to speak/write Welsh would make a great addition to your application, but it is not essential for this role.

Transport for Wales supports and promotes the use of the Welsh Language by employees and will encourage them to develop, improve and maintain their Welsh Language skills. We fully support our people who want to improve their Welsh language skills, and personal development for Welsh Language skills are offered in a variety of ways such as online learning, classroom courses and funding attendance at local community courses.