Rail Electrician (PTS) – Long-Term, East Coast Line

Matchtech Group; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Long-term contract

Job summary

Matchtech Group is seeking experienced PTS Electricians to join a major rail programme on the East Coast Main Line. The role covers electrical installation, maintenance, and upgrade works across railway assets, with a mix of day and night shifts.

Applicants should have a strong electrical background, rail experience, and relevant certifications (PTS, ECS Gold Card, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent). Immediate starts available for suitable candidates.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electrician within rail, infrastructure, construction, or industrial environments.
• Valid PTS certification
• Current ECS Gold Card
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent
• Experience with containment, cabling, and electrical infrastructure installations
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical installation, testing, and maintenance on rail infrastructure.
• Install containment, tray, trunking, conduit, and cabling.
• Read and work from drawings, schematics, and installation plans.
• Ensure work complies with standards, specs, and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with supervisors, engineers, and site teams for delivery.
• Maintain a safe and tidy working environment.

Skills

Rail experience

Safety-conscious

Reading drawings

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent

Tools

PTS certification

ECS Gold Card

Job description

Matchtech Group is seeking experienced PTS Electricians to join a major rail programme on the East Coast Main Line. The role covers electrical installation, maintenance, and upgrade works across railway assets, with a mix of day and night shifts.

Applicants should have a strong electrical background, rail experience, and relevant certifications (PTS, ECS Gold Card, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent). Immediate starts available for suitable candidates.