Overhaul Technician (CAF Overhaul Facility, Manchester

CAF Power & Automation; Manchester; On-site; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rail service provider in Manchester is seeking an Overhaul Technician responsible for the thorough maintenance and repair of train components. The ideal candidate will perform disassembly, inspection, and assembly tasks, ensuring adherence to engineering standards. This role offers a competitive salary of approximately £42,000 per annum, along with benefits such as 25 days annual leave, excellent pension contributions, and flexible working policies. Apply today and contribute to a company committed to sustainability and social value.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Excellent workplace pension scheme

Generous healthcare cash plan

Bike2Work scheme

Qualifications

• Responsible for disassembly, cleaning, inspection, repair, and assembly of bogies and wheelsets.
• Capability in basic electrical and pneumatic tasks and functional testing.
• Adhere to engineering specifications and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble and repair components according to overhaul procedures.
• Conduct functional tests and support non-destructive inspections.
• Promote a strong safety and 5S culture in the workshop.

Job description

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Company: CAF Rail UK

Location: MANCHESTER, GB, M40 2BA

ABOUT CAF

Innovation is in our DNA - we thrive on pushing boundaries and adapting to new challenges with a flexible approach. Proud to be a global leader, our fast-paced growth provides exciting opportunities for our team and the community.

Committed to maintaining trains and trams, our mission is to enhance vehicle safety and reliability. Our ultimate goal is to deliver a comfortable, dependable, and sustainable commuting experience for all passengers.

Based out of multiple locations across the UK, our 24/7 operation means we’re always on hand to deliver reliable technical support. Utilising the latest digital technology, we strive to enhance dependability, helping people to get to where they need to be!

We wouldn’t be where we are without our people. Working together as a team, we strive to achieve great things while supporting each other to thrive along the way. We’re going places, so apply today and become part of our exciting journey.

What can you expect from CAF?

• Positive Work Environment: You will work in a positive environment, based on mutual respect and team spirit.
• Professional Development: Our projects are often measured in years, sometimes decades, giving you and the organisation a future.
• Learning and Autonomy: We will encourage you to work autonomously, being able to propose and decide 'what' and 'how'.
• Security and Reliability: CAF has been working for over 100 years on a path that stretches into the future, giving you the security you need.
• Cutting‑edge technology: You will work with the latest technologies, facing the challenge of devising innovative approaches and solutions every day.

What will be your role in the company?

The Overhaul Technician is responsible for the disassembly, cleaning, inspection, repair, and assembly of bogies, wheelsets, and their associated sub‑components in accordance with CAF Rail UK overhaul procedures, engineering specifications, and HSQE standards.

This role includes carrying out basic electrical and pneumatic disconnection, functional testing, and supporting non‑destructive inspections to ensure the integrity, safety, and quality of all overhauled components.

Working as part of the production team, the Overhaul Technician contributes to achieving delivery, quality, and reliability targets through consistent workmanship, adherence to work instructions, and promotion of a strong safety and 5S culture within the workshop.

What Salary will you be paid for this role?

As a Real Living Wage Employer, we are proud to pay competitively at CAF. For this role you will be offered a salary in the region of £42,000 per annum.

ABOUT WHAT WE OFFER

A Real Living Wage employer and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, RSSB Mental Health Charter and Women in Rail EDI Charter, we’ve a lot to shout about at CAF.

Creating a culture of inclusivity and belonging is really important to us and we’re proud to offer our people a range of benefits to support wellbeing including 25 days annual leave, an excellent workplace pension scheme (with up to 10% contribution from us), not forgetting to mention our generous health care cash plan and Bike2Work scheme just to name a few!

Looking for career development? Our Professional Sponsorship scheme will help you to achieve your goals while our Flexible Working policy and Family Friendly culture mean everyone is supported to thrive at CAF.

As a socially responsible business, we offer paid volunteering days and promote a variety of social value initiatives, including tree-planting, company-wide donation drives, and providing support to the homeless community and refugees. We’re creating waves of positive change through delivering meaningful social value impact on and off the tracks!