Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

Northern; Saltaire; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free travel

Pension scheme

Enhanced family benefits

Cycle to work

Discounts

Employee assistance programme

Training and career development

Awards

Job summary

Northern is inviting applications for an engineering role at the Shipley TrainCare Centre. This hands-on position focuses on diagnosing faults, performing repairs, and maintaining trains to meet safety and reliability standards, with 24/7 shift patterns and an emphasis on practical, varied work that directly keeps passengers moving.

You will be part of a new facility building a professional, safe and high-performing team culture, delivering standards from day one, and supporting apprentices and

Qualifications

• Recognised apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in engineering.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to read and follow technical and safety instructions.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• Good communication and a team-focused approach.
• Willingness to continue learning and build skills.
• Work safely and look out for colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Delivering planned servicing, maintenance, repair and overhaul of trains and components in line with facility standards.
• Diagnosing faults and applying mechanical and electrical knowledge to fix them.
• Completing all work to the required standards, with accurate and accountable sign off.
• Working closely with your Team Leader to prioritise and progress tasks.
• Using tools, equipment and materials safely, correctly, and taking responsibility for their care and condition.
• Carrying out minor repairs to plant and equipment where needed.
• Taking pride in maintaining a clean, safe and well organized work area.
• Supporting colleagues and sharing knowledge across the team.
• Consistently demonstrating the behaviours and standards expected across the facility.
• Providing on‑job guidance to apprentices, trainees and new starters.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Reading technical instructions

Independent workload management

Team communication

Education

Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in Engineering

Job description

Engineering – Shipley TrainCare Centre

Reports to: Shift Production Manager

Salary: £53,432.00 per annum

Hours: 35 per week. We keep the railway moving 24/7, expected shifts would be days, nights, weekend working.

Safety Critical Role

Please note: If you are interested in this role, we will be running Assessment Days will be complete before the end of November. If your application is successful, you will need to be available to attend.

Every train that leaves the facility carries thousands of journeys with it – and it all starts with the people who keep it running. At Shipley, you’d be part of a skilled team making sure each train is safe, reliable, and ready for the day ahead.

This is hands‑on engineering at its core. You’ll be working on the trains themselves – diagnosing faults, carrying out repairs, and making sure everything meets the standards that keep passengers moving. It’s practical, varied work where your skills make a real, visible difference every shift.

Be Part of Something New

Shipley TrainCare Centre is a brand‑new facility, giving you the opportunity to help build the standards, culture and ways of working from the very start. In this role, you’ll support the day to day running of the facility while helping to create a professional, safe and high performing team environment. This means:

• Supporting the delivery of clear standards and expectations from day one
• Leading by example to build the right behaviours and ways of working
• Embedding safety, quality and continuous improvement into everything we do
• Promoting a positive, people focused culture where everyone feels supported to do their best.

Our ambition is clear: for Shipley to become a benchmark TrainCare Centre, recognised for engineering excellence, operational safety and a culture where people feel valued, supported and able to build long‑term careers.

Your Future, Built Here

At Northern, we’re committed to developing our workforce, and that commitment is amplified at Shipley. As we grow this new facility, we’re also growing the skills, capabilities and progression pathways of the people who join us. Whether your ambition is technical, leadership or specialist expertise, Shipley offers the chance to build a long, rewarding future in a modern, forward‑thinking engineering environment.

What you’ll be doing

Focused on carrying out planned maintenance, fault diagnosis and repairs to ensure trains are safe, reliable and available for service:

• Delivering planned servicing, maintenance, repair and overhaul of trains and components in line with facility standards
• Diagnosing faults and applying mechanical and electrical knowledge to fix them
• Completing all work to the required standards, with accurate and accountable sign off
• Working closely with your Team Leader to prioritise and progress tasks
• Using tools, equipment and materials safely, correctly, and taking responsibility for their care and condition
• Carrying out minor repairs to plant and equipment where needed
• Taking pride in maintaining a clean, safe and well organised work area
• Supporting colleagues and sharing knowledge across the team
• Consistently demonstrating the behaviours and standards expected across the facility
• Providing on‑job guidance to apprentices, trainees and new starters

Depending on your skills and competencies, you may also:

• Undertake welding, brazing, or burning tasks
• Carry out air conditioning maintenance
• Support surface preparation and patch painting

About you

You’re someone who takes pride in doing a job properly. You enjoy solving problems, working with your hands, and being part of a team that relies on each other.

• A recognised apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 competence in an engineering discipline
• A strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems
• The ability to read and follow technical and safety instructions
• Confidence working independently and managing your own workload
• Good communication skills and a team-focused approach
• A willingness to keep learning and building your skills
• Most importantly, you work safely, take responsibility for your actions, and look out for the people around you.

What’s in it for you?

At Northern, we don’t just value our people - we go the extra mile to support them. Here’s a taste of what you can look forward to:

• Free Travel: Unlimited free travel for you, your partner, and your dependents on Northern services. Plus up to 75% discount on other networks in the UK and Europe.
• Generous Pension Scheme: We top up your contributions by 1.5 times.
• Enhanced Family Benefits: We offer 9 months of full pay for maternity leave and 2 weeks for paternity leave.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Save up to 42% on a bike and spread the cost.
• Exclusive Discounts: From shopping to wellbeing, Northern Perks has you covered.
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support for family, lifestyle, and more.
• Training and Career Development: We offer tailored training to our colleagues and opportunities to gain recognised qualifications. Plus enhanced career pathways no matter what part of the business you’re in.
• Recognition: We know how important it is to show how much we appreciate our people. That’s why we have our Northern Lights and Northern Sparks Awards, recognising and celebrating brilliance every day.

Why Northern?

We’re more than just a train operator. We’re the heartbeat of the North – connecting communities, creating opportunities, and driving sustainable growth. With 2,500 trains running daily, we’re on a mission to improve rail travel and enhance the customer experience while protecting the environment.

Back in 1825, the first passenger train set off in the North of England, beginning a journey that would transform travel across the world. We’ve recently celebrated 200 years of the modern railway and, as we reflect on that legacy, our focus is now on the future as Great British Rail takes shape. Join us at this pivotal moment in rail history and play your part in our journey.

A place for everyone

The best journeys happen when everyone feels welcome on board.

At Northern, we don’t just move people from A to B – we’re building a team where everyone feels they belong. Our talent team can make reasonable adjustments to the process if that’s something you need. We’re also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer, so if you meet the minimum criteria for the role, we’ll always offer an interview.

We automate parts of our screening process to remove any unconscious bias and to make sure every application is treated fairly. All successful offers will be subject to a DBS check and a medical assessment.

No matter your background, experience, or whether you call it a bap, barm, or cob… there’s a place for you here in the railway.