Maintenance Technician - Bedford

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

Job description

Siemens Mobility is dedicated to pioneering the future of transportation. Our dynamic team is always exploring new ways to drive innovation and efficiency in rail. We are searching for forward-thinkers who are eager to challenge themselves and make a tangible impact. If you are passionate about creating sustainable and intelligent transport solutions, we want you on our team.

At Bedford Cauldwell Depot, Siemens Mobility is responsible for the maintenance and servicing of the Class 360/1 Desiro fleet. The depot plays a vital role in ensuring the reliability and operational readiness of these trains for passenger services.

We are currently seeking skilled Maintenance Technicians to join our Rolling Stock team at the Bedford depot. In this role, you will perform preventative maintenance, conduct fault diagnosis, and carry out essential activities to support the smooth operation of the Class 360/1 Desiro trains. As a Maintenance Technician, you will have an electrical and mechanical background and experience of fault diagnosis. Rail experience is not essential as full training will be given.

This is a shift-based role with 12-hour shifts, including a mix of day and night rotations. Due to the nature of the schedule, you must reside within a 1-hour commuting distance from Bedford.

You‘ll make a difference by ….

1. Undertake maintenance and repair of the allocated rolling stock to meet the requirements of the production plan.
2. Carry out download diagnosis and fault finding to an advanced level.
3. Produce complex, analytical technical reports on fault investigation.
4. Assist other team members with the development of technical skills.
5. Specialise in areas of technical expertise.

Your success will be grounded by …

1. Must have relevant experience within a mechanical/electrical engineering environment.
2. HNC or equivalent in a mechanical/electrical discipline.
3. Ability to complete all records of actions and operations accurately and to procedures.
4. Good knowledge and understanding for cares of tools, equipment and PPE as appropriate.
5. Knowledge of Health & Safety including bio-hazards, manual handling and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH).
6. Computer literate, ability to use a laptop for diagnostic fault finding and rectification purposes.
7. Ability to understand and interpret relevant technical publications.
8. Some experience in basic fault finding.

You'll benefit from …

Our compensation package includes a competitive salary, company bonus, holiday allowance and pension. We celebrate the fact that our employees are individuals and have different wants and needs. With this in mind, we have a flexible benefits scheme where you can tailor your benefits package to suit you.

We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us!

At Siemens, we promote a growth mindset, the self-belief that we can learn and grow, take on new challenges and adapt to change. If you don't match all the criteria for this role but feel you have transferable skills to enable you to succeed, we encourage you to apply.