Rail Breakdown & Recovery Technician (24/7 Shifts)

DB Cargo (UK) Limited; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

London Allowance (9%)

28 days annual leave

Comprehensive training

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work

Health plan

Pay frequency every 4 weeks

Job summary

DB Cargo UK is recruiting for a Breakdown & Recovery Team Member based at Hoo Junction. The role involves supporting the safe recovery of rail services, operating specialist equipment, and maintaining safety at depots and incident sites. Travel across the UK may be required as part of a national service.

Applicants should be safety-conscious, practical, and able to work well in a team. A full UK driving licence with Category C+E is essential; training is provided where needed.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence with Category C+E (Class 1) entitlement.
• Safety-focused and practical mindset; able to work in a team.
• Good basic IT skills and ability to use depot systems.

Responsibilities

• Support recovery operations and assist with safe restoration of rail services after incidents/derailments.
• Create and maintain safe working environments within depot and incident locations.
• Operate, handle and maintain specialist recovery equipment (e.g., jacking systems).
• Undertake cutting and welding activities where trained and authorised.
• Carry out inspections and maintenance to ensure equipment is safe and ready for deployment.
• Collaborate with colleagues, customers and partners during recovery operations.
• Develop skills and support wider team activities during depot time.

Skills

Driving Licence Cat C+E

Teamwork

Safety-focused

Problem solving

IT basics

Job description

DB Cargo UK is recruiting for a Breakdown & Recovery Team Member based at Hoo Junction. The role involves supporting the safe recovery of rail services, operating specialist equipment, and maintaining safety at depots and incident sites. Travel across the UK may be required as part of a national service.

Applicants should be safety-conscious, practical, and able to work well in a team. A full UK driving licence with Category C+E is essential; training is provided where needed.