Rail Engineering Maintenance Apprentice

Hitachi, Ltd; Patchway; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Rail in the United Kingdom invites applications for an Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship. You will gain hands-on maintenance skills on modern rolling stock while working toward a Level 3 qualification, attending college and completing coursework.

Join a formal apprenticeship with regular training and performance reviews, learn from experienced professionals, and develop a long-term engineering career at Hitachi Rail.

Qualifications

• Genuine enthusiasm for working in a maintenance environment.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Professional and responsible approach.
• GCSE Maths and English (grade 4/C or above).
• Willingness to learn and pursue Level 3 qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance specialists and team members with a variety of maintenance activities.
• Learn to use engineering tools safely and effectively.
• Follow standard operating procedures to maintain modern rolling stock.
• Develop the ability to work independently while contributing as part of a team.
• Support operational objectives through additional maintenance-related tasks.
• Attend college and complete coursework to a high standard.
• Take part in regular training, development and performance reviews.

Skills

Enthusiasm for maintenance

Strong communication

Time management

Teamwork

Health and safety awareness

MS Office proficiency

Education

GCSE Maths & English (Grade 4/C or above)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hitachi Rail in the United Kingdom invites applications for an Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship. You will gain hands-on maintenance skills on modern rolling stock while working toward a Level 3 qualification, attending college and completing coursework.

Join a formal apprenticeship with regular training and performance reviews, learn from experienced professionals, and develop a long-term engineering career at Hitachi Rail.