Night Rail Maintenance Technician

London and North Western Railway Company Limited; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Pension

Life cover

Healthcare cover

Arriva Travel Pass

Cycle to Work

Village discounts

Job summary

Arriva TrainCare in Cambridge is seeking a Shift Fitter – Light Maintenance to perform maintenance and overhaul work on rail vehicles against approved standards. The role operates nights on a 4 on/4 off pattern, averaging 37 hours per week, reporting to the Light Maintenance Team Leader.

The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 3 in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical) or equivalent, with rail traction experience and a solid understanding of drawings, safety, and quality procedures.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Engineering or equivalent required.
• Rail traction/rolling stock experience preferred.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and documents.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance and overhaul work as allocated by the Team Leader.
• Operate (drive) rail vehicles within depot limits as instructed.
• Follow safety, quality, and environmental procedures at all times.
• Complete maintenance records and worksheets accurately and promptly.
• Attend technical, quality and safety briefings and act on actions.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Independent work

IT skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering

BTEC / City & Guilds (Engineering)

Job description

Arriva TrainCare in Cambridge is seeking a Shift Fitter – Light Maintenance to perform maintenance and overhaul work on rail vehicles against approved standards. The role operates nights on a 4 on/4 off pattern, averaging 37 hours per week, reporting to the Light Maintenance Team Leader.

The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 3 in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical) or equivalent, with rail traction experience and a solid understanding of drawings, safety, and quality procedures.