Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Technician (Rolling Stock / Rail)

Ganymede Solutions Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading railway operator in East Anglia is seeking a Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Technician to keep their modern fleet operational. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 3, experience in heavy maintenance, and strong problem-solving skills. Join a supportive company offering training and development opportunities. Salary ranges from £45,500 to £55,000 with excellent benefits.

Benefits

Excellent Pension

31 Days’ Holiday

Overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven heavy maintenance experience in industrial or capital equipment.
• Practical knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and braking systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned maintenance activities.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Accurately record maintenance and repair information.

Skills

Problem-solving

Team player

Safe working practices

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Braking systems

Job description

Overview

Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Technician (Rolling Stock / Rail) – East Anglia

Salary: £45,500 - £55,000 + Excellent Pension, 31 Days’ Holiday, Overtime

Secure your future. Drive innovation. Make a difference. Transfer your heavy maintenance skills into a stable, rewarding career in the rail sector.

The Role and About You

This is not "just another maintenance role"; it is a fantastic opportunity to apply your skills in a high-demand industry that is vital to the UK economy. As a qualified Mechanical or Electrical Technician, you will be responsible for keeping a modern fleet of rolling stock operational and safe.

Whether you're from a background in HGV maintenance, aerospace, plant machinery, marine, or the armed forces, your transferable skills in heavy maintenance are exactly what we need. You are the kind of person who is a natural problem-solver, takes pride in your craft, and enjoys continuous learning.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Proven heavy maintenance experience in industrial or capital equipment.
• Practical knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and braking systems.
• A team player with a strong commitment to safe working practices.

What you will be doing

• Preventative Maintenance: Carry out planned maintenance activities to ensure the long-term reliability and safety of the fleet.
• Reactive Maintenance: Diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electrical faults to minimise downtime and keep operations running smoothly.
• Operational Excellence: Adhere to rigorous engineering standards and procedures, maintaining a clean and safe working environment at all times.
• Data Management: Accurately record all maintenance, defect, and repair information to support ongoing fleet performance analysis.
• You will be working a 3 week rotating roster as detailed below:
• Mon–Fri: Earlies 06:00–14:00 (Sat overtime available on Early shift)
• Lates 14:00–22:00
• Nights 22:00–06:00
• You must also pass pre-employment checks, including a Drugs & Alcohol screening and a full rail medical.

The Company

Join an award winning UK-based railway operator recognised for their excellence and commitment to diversity and who firmly believe their people represent their most important asset.

Committed to providing a supportive work culture for all employees and empowering you with the training and development opportunities you need to reach your full potential, this is an outstanding opportunity for experienced maintenance professionals to take their first step in a career within the rail sector.

Next Steps

Interviews are pencilled in for week commencing 15th September.

Ready to take the next step in your engineering career? If you have a background in a heavy maintenance environment and are looking for a rewarding role in a new industry, we encourage you to apply.

Hit the apply button today or email [e-mail] to arrange an informal chat.

I will personally review your application and be in touch within 24 hours to discuss your career goals.

About Ganymede Solutions

Ganymede Solutions Ltd specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website.

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Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation