Maintenance Technician in Crawley, West Sussex

Energy Jobline CVL; Crawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is seeking a Maintenance Technician for smoke detection systems at a busy rail depot in Crawley. The role involves cleaning and maintaining air pipe networks crucial for fleet safety. Competitive PAYE rate of £18.86, flexible shift patterns, and a supportive team culture are offered. Immediate start on a 12-month contract is available.

Benefits

Competitive pay rate

12-month contract with immediate start

Supportive team

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning and maintaining air pipe networks.
• Ability to work safely in an active rail depot environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and secure cleaning rigs to train pipework.
• Use compressed air systems to clean dust from smoke detection pipes.
• Record air tolerance readings after cleaning.

Skills

Practical experience working with compressed air systems

Vacuum equipment

Pipe cleaning or maintenance

Proactive approach to safety

Reliability and flexibility for rotating shifts

Job description

Overview

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Role

Maintenance Technician - Smoke Detection Systems (Rail Depot)

• Location: Crawley
• Rate: £18.86 PAYE (includes 15% shift allowance)
• Contract: 12-month fixed term | Start: ASAP
• Shifts: Alternating weekly – Days (7am-7pm) / Nights (7pm-7am). Note: You won\'t be working full 12-hour shifts each day.

About the Role

We\'re looking for a hands-on Maintenance Technician to join our leading rolling stock client\'s team at a busy rail depot, supporting essential maintenance of smoke detection systems across rolling stock assets.

In this role, you\'ll be responsible for cleaning and maintaining the air pipe network that forms part of the smoke detection system - a key part of ensuring the safety and reliability of the fleet.

What You\'ll Be Doing

• Setting up and securing cleaning rigs to train pipework
• Using compressed air systems to clean dust and debris from smoke detection pipes
• Taking and recording air tolerance readings after cleaning
• Working safely and efficiently within an active rail depot environment

What We\'re Looking For

• Practical experience working with:
  Compressed air systems
• Vacuum equipment
• Pipe cleaning or maintenance
• A proactive approach to safety and attention to detail
• Reliability and flexibility to work rotating shifts

What\'s in It for You

• Competitive £18.86 PAYE rate (the rate includes the shift allowance of 15%)
• 12-month contract with immediate start
• Opportunity to work in a high-profile rail environment
• Supportive team and strong safety culture

How to Apply

Ready to get started? Apply today and join a team that keeps the rail network running safely and smoothly.

All PPE provided and Health and Safety explained before and on site.

Rullion supports applications from a diverse talent pool. We welcome the opportunity to discuss flexibility requirements. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to enable you to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us on (phone number removed)

RBoniface

Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion\'s approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.

Rullion celebrates and supports and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants

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