Maintenance Technician – Light Rail

West Midlands Metro; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading light rail transport company in Birmingham is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventative and corrective maintenance on their tram fleet. Applicants should have solid experience in maintaining safety-critical systems, strong diagnostic skills, and a commitment to safety. This full-time position offers a salary of £36,501 – £41,153 with additional benefits including 25 days annual leave and free travel for you and a partner.

Benefits

25 Days Annual Leave

Free travel for you and your partner (Tram & Bus)

Salary Sacrifice Pension

Qualifications

• Solid experience maintaining high-value, safety-critical systems (automotive, HGV, LGV, aerospace, or engineering).
• Experience in diagnosing faults across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out preventative and corrective maintenance on the fleet of trams.
• Supporting the testing and commissioning of new vehicles entering service.
• Keeping detailed records and contributing to continuous improvement.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Safety-first mindset

Education

ONC or Apprenticeship in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

NVQ Level 3 in relevant engineering field

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Technician – Light Rail

Location: Midland Metro Ltd, Wednesbury Depot, Potters Lane, WS10 0AR

Salary: £36,501 – £41,153 (plus increases after probation), depending on experience

Contract: Full-time, Permanent, 12-hour shifts (4 on, 4 off)

Benefits: 25 Days Annual Leave + Free travel for you and your partner (Tram & NX Bus) + MML Salary Sacrifice Pension

About Us

At West Midlands Metro, we’re more than just trams. We’re at the forefront of sustainable, high-tech urban transport, and we\'re expanding.

Right now, we\'re searching for Maintenance Technicians to help keep our fleet running safely, smoothly, and on time, every day.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carrying out preventative and corrective maintenance on our modern fleet of trams
• Diagnosing faults across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, using advanced diagnostics tools
• Supporting the testing and commissioning of new vehicles as they enter service
• Keeping detailed records and contributing to continuous improvement

What You’ll Bring

• Solid experience maintaining high-value, safety-critical systems (from automotive, HGV, LGV, aerospace, or engineering)
• Diagnostic skills and a sharp eye for identifying faults and solving technical problems
• A positive, safety-first mindset and attention to detail

Bonus Points If You Have

• An ONC or Apprenticeship in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
• An NVQ Level 3 in a relevant engineering field

Ready for Your Next Challenge?

If you\'re looking for a role with variety, progression, and purpose, this is your moment. Step into a future-facing industry and make your mark with West Midlands Metro.

Apply now and start your journey in light rail engineering today!

This vacancy will remain open for up to 6 weeks from the date of publication. However, please note that we reserve the right to close the posting earlier if we identify suitably qualified candidates to move forward in the selection process.

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