Mechanical Rolling Stock Technician

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Long-term project

Job summary

A Mechanical Rolling Stock Technician position is available with Allscreens Nationwide Ltd for a 12-month fixed term contract at our Eastleigh rail engineering facility. The role emphasizes mechanical modifications, fault finding, maintenance and repair on rolling stock.

Ideal candidates will have a Mechanical Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in Engineering, strong fault-finding skills, and experience in maintenance or production environments.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in Engineering (or equivalent).
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Experience in maintenance, overhaul, modification or production environments.
• Ability to read drawings and engineering documentation.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical modifications and upgrades.
• Fault finding, testing and commissioning.
• Preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Mechanical repairs and defect rectification.
• Reading and interpreting wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Supporting continuous improvement and safety initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Reading wiring diagrams

Safety and quality focus

Maintenance and repairs

Education

Mechanical Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 Engineering (or equivalent)

Job description

Job title: Mechanical Rolling Stock Technician

Job Type: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract

Pay: Competitive

IR35: Inside

Working Hours: Monday to Thursday, 7am-5pm (40 hours per week), regular Friday overtime available paid at overtime rate

Are you an experienced Mechanical Technician looking for your next engineering challenge?

We're recruiting for a Technician to support a major rolling stock upgrade programme based at a well-established rail engineering facility in Eastleigh. This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-term project offering excellent rates, regular overtime, and the chance to work with a highly skilled engineering team.

The Role

• Mecahnical modifications and upgrades
• Fault finding, testing and commissioning
• Preventative and corrective maintenance
• Mechanical repairs and defect rectification
• Reading and interpreting wiring diagrams and schematics
• Supporting continuous improvement and safety initiatives

What We're Looking For

• Mecahnical Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 Engineering (or equivalent)
• Strong Mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Experience working in maintenance, overhaul, modification or production environments
• Ability to read drawings and engineering documentation
• Strong commitment to safety and quality standards

Engineering Backgrounds Encouraged to Apply

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in:

• Rail & Rolling Stock
• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Electric Vehicles (EV)
• Manufacturing, Industrial or Safety-Critical Environments

What's on Offer?

• Competitive pay rates
• Monday to Thursday, 7am to 5pm
• 12-month contract with strong extension potential

We try to respond to all applicants, but sometimes this is not possible due to high volumes of applications; if you have not heard from us within 14 days, regrettably it means you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We cannot provide VISA sponsorship.

This vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd acting as an employment business

We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

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