Mobile Maintenance Technician, Scotland

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mobile Maintenance Technician to join their dynamic team in London. This role involves providing effective maintenance support for rail freight vehicles, ensuring operational efficiency and safety. You will be responsible for scheduled maintenance, electrical and mechanical repairs, and upholding industry standards. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and encourages innovation, offering a supportive environment where you can grow your engineering skills and contribute to sustainable transport solutions. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the rail industry, we invite you to apply and be part of this exciting journey.

Benefits

34 days annual leave

Life Assurance

Wellbeing Employee Assistant Programme

Pension Scheme

Eye Care Vouchers

Long Service Award

Season Ticket Loan

Occupational Health Service

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 in relevant engineering discipline required.
• Full UK Driving Licence is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled maintenance on rail freight vehicles.
• Perform electrical and mechanical repairs on locomotives.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Electrical Repairs

Mechanical Repairs

Maintenance Procedures

Safety Standards

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering

Tools

Maintenance Documentation

Job description

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Mobile Maintenance Technician, Scotland, London

Client:

COLAS RAIL UK

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

010c09253917

Job Views:

8

Posted:

24.03.2025

Expiry Date:

08.05.2025

Job Description:

Make your mark with Colas Rail UK

At Colas Rail, differences matter. Join a team where being your authentic self is respected, encouraged, and vital to our success. You will also get the opportunity to help us transform transportation, set new standards, and dare to be different.

• We value everyone as part of the same team.
• We treat everyone as equals - and everyone is approachable, from the CEO down.
• We put you in control of your career to lead and grow in any way you want.
• We have a culture of care, from safe working environments to diversity and inclusion.
• We're renowned for innovation, adopting new ideas, and daring to be different.
• We are building a more sustainable future and our projects impact infrastructure for generations.

About Us

Step into the world of Colas Rail, where a century of expertise merges with a daring spirit to shape the future of rail infrastructure. We deliver transport solutions for sustainable mobility and are a leading rail infrastructure business with on track plant and freight capabilities.

Leading by our values

Our Care, Share and Dare values are at the heart of everything we do. These values feed into our main strategies and accompany us daily in realising our ambitions.

• We care for our employees' well-being and safety, fostering a culture of inclusivity and support.
• We share a passion for excellence, celebrating achievements and nurturing talent.
• We dare to push boundaries, embracing challenges and driving innovation in every endeavour.

Even if you don't meet every requirement, please don't rule yourself out; we still encourage you to apply if your skills, values, and experience align to the role.

Purpose of the role

To provide effective maintenance support for Colas Rail Freight vehicles whilst developing a broad range of engineering skills and competencies. This is supporting our Infrastructure Monitoring Contract in Scotland.

Person Specification

• NVQ level 3 in relevant engineering discipline
• Full UK Driving Licence

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake scheduled maintenance activities in the major depot.
• Undertake both electrical and mechanical repairs on both locomotives and rolling stock.
• Perform assessment and test procedures to ensure rail freight assets and or components are performing to required levels.
• Maintain the necessary knowledge to operate safely and effectively in a railway environment.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of industry standards, practices, and governance.
• Work as directed by the relevant Team Leader and Production Manager.
• Work within the boundaries of all relevant company policies, specifically, any Method of Work and Risk Assessments associated with the task at hand.
• Possess and maintain a comprehensive understanding of maintenance documentation and ensure any completed documentation is both explicit and legible.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness at work sites operating environments and any necessary site maintenance/improvements when directed.
• Carry out unsupervised maintenance activities.

What we offer

• 34 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays)
• Industry leading Life Assurance
• Wellbeing Employee Assistant Programme
• Pension Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Long Service Award
• Season Ticket Loan
• Occupational Health Service

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that diversity drives innovation and creativity, and we actively seek to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Regardless of background, disability, age, race, religion, or gender, everyone is welcome at Colas Rail.

We strive to promote equity and eliminate discrimination, actively seeking to create a workforce reflective of communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, offering flexible and inclusive adjustments to the interview process.

We are proudly part of the Disability Confidence Scheme, and as such we operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme if you meet the minimum requirements.

Join us in making a positive impact! Apply and be part of a team that values diversity and embraces unique perspectives.