Maintenance Technician

Siemens Mobility; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join their team in Manchester. This role involves routine maintenance and repair of rolling stock, with a focus on electrical and mechanical systems. Candidates will receive full training, making it an excellent opportunity for those eager to learn and grow in the field. The position offers a competitive salary, holiday allowance, and a flexible benefits scheme tailored to individual needs. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to creating sustainable mobility solutions and be part of a transformative journey in transportation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Holiday allowance

Pension

Flexible benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in documenting actions accurately according to procedures.

Responsibilities

• Undertake routine maintenance and repair of rolling stock.
• Perform download diagnosis and fault-finding at a basic level.

Skills

Electrical experience

Mechanical experience

Fault diagnosis

Health and safety regulations

Technical publication interpretation

Flexibility to work shifts

Education

Engineering apprenticeship

Tools

Laptop for diagnostics

Job description

Join Siemens Mobility as a Maintenance Technician

At Siemens Mobility, we are not just imagining the future of transportation—we are building it. Our team of experts is dedicated to creating smart, efficient, and sustainable mobility solutions that improve the daily lives of millions of passengers. We are looking for passionate professionals who are eager to innovate and push the boundaries of what's possible. If you are ready to be part of a transformative journey, come and join us.

We are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Technician to support the Class 185 Fleet at our Ardwick traincare facility in Manchester. We seek candidates with strong electrical, mechanical, and fault diagnosis experience. Rail experience is not essential, as full training will be provided.

Your Role

• Undertake routine maintenance and repair of the allocated rolling stock to meet the production plan requirements.
• Perform download diagnosis and fault-finding at a basic level.
• Assist team members in developing technical skills.
• Drive depot movements of rolling stock within the depot limits.
• Identify, order, and collect spares and materials from stores.
• Assist with cleaning of rolling stock as required.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement within your activities to benefit customers and the business.
• Share best practices with colleagues across sites.

Qualifications and Skills

• Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent experience.
• Rolling stock experience is preferred but not essential; training will be provided.
• Experience in documenting actions and operations accurately and according to procedures.
• Good knowledge of tools, equipment, and PPE care.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations, including bio-hazards, manual handling, and COSHH.
• Proficiency in using a laptop for diagnostics and fault-finding.
• Ability to interpret technical publications.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including days and nights.

Additional Information

• This is a permanent role involving a shift pattern (12-hour days and nights).
• Candidates should ideally reside within 1 hour of the depot due to legal working time regulations.
• Successful candidates will be offered a level aligned with their performance during the selection process.

Benefits

Our compensation package includes a competitive salary, holiday allowance, pension, and a flexible benefits scheme tailored to individual needs.

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At Siemens, we promote a growth mindset—believing in learning, growth, and adapting to change. If you have transferable skills, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the criteria.