Rail Breakdown & Recovery Technician (24/7)

DB Cargo (UK) Limited; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

London allowance

Pension scheme

Health cash plan

Cycle to work

28 days annual leave

Discounts portal

13 paydays per year

Job summary

DB Cargo UK is recruiting a Breakdown & Recovery Team Member for our depot at Hoo Junction. You will support recovery operations across the UK rail network, assisting with the safe restoration of rail services following incidents and derailments.

You’ll work on a 12-hour roster, averaging 42 hours per week, with 9% London Allowance bringing total compensation to £30,257 per year. Full training will be provided, and there is a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence with Category C+E entitlement.
• Ability to work in a safety-critical environment and stay calm under pressure.
• Willingness to learn new skills and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support recovery operations and assist with safe restoration of rail services after incidents.
• Create and maintain safe working environments at depots and incident locations.
• Operate, handle and maintain specialist recovery equipment including jacking systems.
• Undertake cutting and welding activities where trained and authorised.
• Carry out inspections and maintenance to ensure equipment is safe and ready.
• Collaborate with colleagues, customers and industry partners during operations.
• Use depot time to develop skills and support wider team activities.

Skills

Driving licence

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Problem solving

Job description

DB Cargo UK is recruiting a Breakdown & Recovery Team Member for our depot at Hoo Junction. You will support recovery operations across the UK rail network, assisting with the safe restoration of rail services following incidents and derailments.

You’ll work on a 12-hour roster, averaging 42 hours per week, with 9% London Allowance bringing total compensation to £30,257 per year. Full training will be provided, and there is a comprehensive benefits package.