Mechanical & Electrical Technician | Maintenance Engineer (Rail Engineering)

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

Job summary

A leading UK railway operator is seeking a Mechanical & Electrical Technician to maintain a modern fleet of rolling stock. You will utilize your heavy maintenance skills in this vital industry, while also obtaining new skills in fault finding and repairs. The role offers a salary of £45,000 - £55,000 plus excellent pension and 31 days holiday. Applications are encouraged from individuals with a heavy maintenance background.

Benefits

Excellent Pension

31 Days Holiday

Overtime

Qualifications

• Qualified Mechanical or Electrical Technician.
• Experience in heavy maintenance environment required.
• Ability to pass a basic DBS check and drugs & alcohol test.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine servicing, maintenance, and repairs on rolling stock.
• Diagnose and rectify mechanical and electrical faults.
• Perform pre-use checks on tools and equipment.

Skills

Fault finding

Diagnosis

Repair

Problem-solving

Job description

Overview

Mechanical & Electrical Technician | Maintenance Engineer (Rail Engineering) – Somerset

£45,000 - £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 supporting a vital UK industry.

The Role and About You

This 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, the armed forces, or REMEs, your transferable skills in heavy maintenance are exactly what is needed. You are a natural problem-solver and take pride in your craft. You will get the chance to use your skills in fault finding, diagnosis, and repair, while gaining new ones in a long-term, positive career in the railway sector.

What you will be doing

• Maintenance: Perform routine servicing, maintenance, and complex repairs on a modern fleet of rolling stock.
• Reactive Fault Finding: Diagnose and rectify mechanical and electrical faults to minimise downtime and ensure operational excellence.
• Operational Support: Carry out essential pre-use checks on tools and equipment, and support key tasks such as topping up fuel and sand levels.
• Compliance: Adhere to rigorous engineering standards and procedures, ensuring all relevant documentation and asset management systems are accurately completed.

To join the team, you will need to pass a basic DBS check, a Drugs & Alcohol test, and a full rail medical.

The Company

This is an outstanding opportunity to take your first step in a career within the rail sector. You will be joining a leading UK-based railway operator that is recognised for its excellence and commitment to diversity. The company firmly believes its people are its most important asset and is committed to providing a supportive work culture while empowering you with the training and development opportunities you need to reach your full potential. The work you will do has significant social value, helping to transport essential goods and materials to support construction projects across the country.

Next Steps

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. Michael 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